It is an immigration route specially provided by New Zealand for highly skilled talents in specific industries, covering fields such as health, engineering, construction, education and information technology. Eligible applicants can obtain the right of abode in New Zealand by directly applying or accumulating work experience. This category aims to address the current skills shortage and provide continuous and stable talent support for key positions.

Among them, the Category 1 “Direct residence visa” is aimed at applicants who meet the Green List Level 1 occupation and provides the opportunity to directly apply for permanent residence; the Category 2 “Work-to-residence visa” is applicable to the Green List Level 2 occupation. Applicants need to accumulate certain work experience in New Zealand before they can apply for residence.