New Zealand Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa Training

Course Description

New Zealand's Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) Resident Visa offers permanent residence to skilled workers under a straightforward six-point eligibility framework introduced in the 2023 immigration reset. The visa requires a job offer in a skilled role, meeting a minimum pay threshold, and satisfying English language and health and character requirements. Immigration New Zealand processes applications directly without Expression of Interest ballots under the new simplified system. This course covers the complete SMC process, the Green List occupations, and settlement planning ideal for consultants handling New Zealand skilled migration cases.

What You'll Learn?

• Modules
  Module 1: New Zealand Skilled Migration Framework
  NZ immigration system overview, 2023 SMC reset and simplification, Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) pathway as feeder route, Immigration New Zealand structure, and partner and dependent inclusion basics.
  
  Module 2: SMC Six-Point Eligibility System
  Six mandatory eligibility criteria, skilled employment definition, minimum skill level (ANZSCO Level 1-3), minimum pay threshold (1.5x median wage), and character and health standards.
  
  Module 3: Skilled Employment, Occupations & Pay Thresholds
  Green List Tier 1 and Tier 2 occupations, median wage calculation, pay threshold updates, self-employed applicant provisions, and employment agreement requirements.
  
  Module 4: EOI, Invitation & Application Process
  Direct application process under new system, INZ online portal, supporting document checklist, employment evidence requirements, and processing time benchmarks.
  
  Module 5: Family Inclusion, Health & Character Checks
  Partner and dependent children inclusion, partner's work rights, health examination at designated physicians, police clearance from all countries, and character waiver provisions.
  
  Module 6: Post-Approval, Permanent Resident Visa & Case Strategies
  Resident visa travel conditions, Permanent Resident Visa after 2 years, pathway to NZ citizenship, real SMC case study review, and Green List fast-track comparison.