Move to New Zealand
Guide to migrating and life in New Zealand
Welcome to part 4 of our 5 part guide! In this edition:
SMC vs Green List ?
Are we eligible?
SPWV, AEWV, Care Workforce Sector? What visa for me?
SMC vs Green List ?
SMC, AEWV, Green List… these acronyms are key terms within Immigration. Many people wrongly place high emphasis on the “lists”. However, misinterpretation also plays a key factor – which is why I have added this section to the guide.
The Green List: Occupations under the Green List qualify for a fast-track residence pathway or a 2-year Work-to-residence pathway. But having your occupation on the Green List isn’t sufficient in itself. You have to meet the requirements stated within the list (next to your occupation) exactly – word for word. If this is NOT the case then the list does not apply to you…however this does not mean you are not eligible !
If you would like to know more about residency pathways, check out our page on Skilled Migrant Pathways, or feel free to call or email and I will help you out.
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Are we eligible? What visa?
Before you start planning your new life you must first find out if it’s possible! The most important step in migrating is undertaking an eligibility assessment. This detailed assessment will inform you of your eligibility, outline the best visa options for you and your family and provide guidance and considerations that must also be taken into account.
I must point out there is a big difference in the Eligibility Assessments offered among migration agents, so be careful which one you choose – often the first step dictates the resulting path you take and ultimately how successful your migration will be. What I am talking about here is being ‘technically eligible’ versus being ‘realistically eligible’. The difference is huge and many advisors have been accused of taking on clients (and their money) in full knowledge that they have a slim chance for success. It is important to understand your chances in realistic terms before you engage in the full services of a migration agency.
As part of the Eligibility Assessment we offer, we give you an honest assessment as well as pointing out all possible visa options. Wrapping up today’s guide, if you would like a personalised assessment of your eligibility, click the button below to find out more on how we can help. And again, if you have any further questions feel free to contact us…..we would love to help you out. I will be in touch tomorrow with Part 5 of the Migration and Life in New Zealand Guide.
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