New Zealand Green List Work to Residence Pathway
The New Zealand Green List is an immigration fast-track designed to attract global high-demand professionals in engineering, healthcare, IT, and construction. Secure direct residence or fast-track your settlement through structured Tier 1 and Tier 2 employment pathways.
Green List Fast-Track Standard
Understanding Green List Tier 1 and Tier 2
Depending on your occupation code, immigration New Zealand categorizes professional roles into two streamlined residence pathways:
Straight to Residence Pathway
For critical medical, engineering, and ICT professionals who can apply for permanent residency immediately upon receiving an eligible job offer from an accredited New Zealand employer.
- No prior work experience in NZ required before applying
- Covers doctors, specialists, civil engineers, ICT managers
- Immediate permanent resident visa grant upon approval
Work to Residence Pathway
For skilled teachers, construction project managers, and technicians who work in New Zealand for 2 years on an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) before transitioning to residency.
- 2 years of qualifying work experience with an accredited employer
- Covers secondary school teachers, trades, and supervisors
- Structured application once work duration threshold is met
Key Industries Featured on the Green List
High-demand professional sectors prioritized by Immigration New Zealand:
ICT & Technology
Software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity specialists, and ICT project managers.
Engineering & Construction
Civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineers plus quantity surveyors.
Health & Medical
Registered nurses, general practitioners, medical laboratory scientists, and psychologists.
Education & Trades
Secondary school teachers, automotive and heavy vehicle master mechanics, and electricians.
Your 4-Step Journey to New Zealand Residency
How our legal and documentation desk manages your employer alignment, AEWV visa, and residency grant:
Green List Code Audit
We audit your educational qualifications and ANZSCO code against current Green List Tier 1 or Tier 2 requirements.
Accredited Employer Job Search
We assist in connecting your profile with accredited employers offering compliant job offers meeting salary thresholds.
AEWV Work Visa Lodgement
File your Accredited Employer Work Visa to enter and start working in New Zealand legally.
Residence Visa Grant
Transition instantly (Tier 1) or after 2 years (Tier 2) to your New Zealand Resident Visa.
Check Your New Zealand Green List Eligibility
Submit your credentials to our New Zealand desk. A senior consultant will audit your occupation code and respond within 2 to 4 business hours.
Accredited Employer Alignment
We help review your job offers against strict INZ salary thresholds and accreditation standards.
Direct Desk Routing
Inquiries are delivered securely to sunbridgeoutsourcing@gmail.com for review.
Speak With New Zealand Expert
Visit our Nehru Place office or call our immigration hotline.
+91 9650571592