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New Zealand Immigration 2026

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.

Tier 1: Direct Straight to Residence
Tier 2: 2-Year Work to Residence
Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV)
Immigration New Zealand

Green List Fast-Track Standard

2026 Active
Tier 1 Processing Straight to Residence Visa
Tier 2 Work Requirement 2 Years on AEWV
Family Inclusion Partner & Children Included
Residency Tiers

Understanding Green List Tier 1 and Tier 2

Depending on your occupation code, immigration New Zealand categorizes professional roles into two streamlined residence pathways:

Tier 1: Instant PR

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
Check Tier 1 Occupations
Tier 2: 2-Year Track

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
Check Tier 2 Occupations

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.

Streamlined Workflow

Your 4-Step Journey to New Zealand Residency

How our legal and documentation desk manages your employer alignment, AEWV visa, and residency grant:

1

Green List Code Audit

We audit your educational qualifications and ANZSCO code against current Green List Tier 1 or Tier 2 requirements.

2

Accredited Employer Job Search

We assist in connecting your profile with accredited employers offering compliant job offers meeting salary thresholds.

3

AEWV Work Visa Lodgement

File your Accredited Employer Work Visa to enter and start working in New Zealand legally.

4

Residence Visa Grant

Transition instantly (Tier 1) or after 2 years (Tier 2) to your New Zealand Resident Visa.

Free Green List Assessment

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