Requirement
Job Offer
Have a full-time job offer or employment with an accredited New Zealand employer.
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Straight to Residence Pathway (PR)
The New Zealand Green List is an official list of occupations experiencing long-term skill shortages across the country. Professionals employed in Tier 1 occupations may qualify for the Straight to Residence Visa, allowing them to apply for New Zealand residence immediately after securing an eligible job offer from an accredited employer.
Unlike traditional immigration pathways, Tier 1 applicants do not need to complete two years of work in New Zealand before applying for residence.
Healthcare remains one of New Zealand's highest-demand sectors under the Green List program.
| Occupation | ANZSCO Code |
|---|---|
| General Practitioner | 253111 |
| Resident Medical Officer | 253112 |
| Anaesthetist | 253211 |
| Psychiatrist | 253411 |
| Specialist Physician | 253311 |
| Surgeon | 253511 |
| Registered Nurse | 2544 Series |
| Midwife | 254111 |
| Dentist | 252312 |
| Clinical Psychologist | 272311 |
| Physiotherapist | 252511 |
| Speech Language Therapist | 252712 |
| Occupational Therapist | 252411 |
| Medical Laboratory Scientist | 234611 |
| Veterinarian | 234711 |
| Audiologist | 252711 |
| Orthoptist | 251412 |
Engineering professionals continue to receive strong demand through infrastructure, transportation, housing, and renewable energy projects.
| Occupation | ANZSCO Code |
|---|---|
| Chemical Engineer | 233111 |
| Civil Engineer | 233211 |
| Geotechnical Engineer | 233212 |
| Structural Engineer | 233214 |
| Electrical Engineer | 233311 |
| Electronics Engineer | 233411 |
| Environmental Engineer | 233915 |
| Industrial Engineer | 233511 |
| Mechanical Engineer | 233512 |
| Production Engineer | 233513 |
| Engineering Professional NEC | 233999 |
| Telecommunications Engineer | 263311 |
| Telecommunications Network Engineer | 263312 |
Technology professionals remain among the most sought-after migrants in New Zealand.
| Occupation | ANZSCO Code |
|---|---|
| ICT Project Manager | 135112 |
| ICT Manager | 135111 |
| Software Engineer | 261313 |
| ICT Security Specialist | 262112 |
| Multimedia Specialist | 261211 |
| Database Administrator | 262111 |
Large-scale infrastructure and housing developments continue to drive demand in this sector.
| Occupation | ANZSCO Code |
|---|---|
| Construction Project Manager | 133111 |
| Project Builder | 133112 |
| Quantity Surveyor | 233213 |
| Surveyor | 232212 |
| Architect | 232111 |
Teaching remains a priority occupation group due to ongoing shortages in schools across New Zealand.
| Occupation | ANZSCO Code |
|---|---|
| Primary School Teacher | 241213 |
| Secondary School Teacher | 241411 |
| Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Māori | 241213 |
These occupations continue to support New Zealand's healthcare and community welfare systems.
| Occupation | ANZSCO Code |
|---|---|
| Social Worker | 272511 |
| Clinical Psychologist | 272311 |
Audit professionals remain eligible under the Tier 1 pathway due to skills shortages in financial services.
| Occupation | ANZSCO Code |
|---|---|
| External Auditor | 221213 |
| Internal Auditor | 221214 |
To qualify under the Straight to Residence pathway, applicants generally must:
Have a full-time job offer or employment with an accredited New Zealand employer.
Work in a Tier 1 Green List occupation.
Meet occupation-specific qualification requirements.
Meet professional registration requirements where applicable.
Meet minimum salary requirements where specified.
Satisfy health and character requirements.
Hold valid supporting documentation.
Yes. Tier 1 occupations qualify for the Straight to Residence pathway.
No. Eligible applicants can apply directly once they secure a qualifying job offer.
English language requirements depend on the visa category and applicant circumstances.
Yes, eligible family members can generally be included in the residence application.
Registered Nurses, Software Engineers, Civil Engineers, Construction Project Managers, ICT Security Specialists, Quantity Surveyors, Teachers, and Medical Professionals are among the most sought-after occupations.
Tier 1 allows immediate residence application, while Tier 2 generally requires 24 months of work before applying for residence.
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