New Zealand
New Zealand offers several types of visas depending on the duration and purpose of the visit. Here is a summary of the primary visa categories:
Visa waiver and NZeTA: New Zealand has a visa waiver arrangement with certain countries, allowing their citizens to travel to New Zealand for business purposes without a traditional visa. However, all travelers from visa waiver countries must obtain a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) before their travel. This electronic travel authorization is necessary for entering New Zealand and is valid for multiple visits over two years.
The NZeTA allows business visitors to engage in short-term activities such as meetings, conferences, and negotiations.
New Zealand offers several types of short-term work visas to accommodate different employment scenarios:
- Working holiday visas: For young people from eligible countries to work and travel in New Zealand, typically for up to 12 months.
- Temporary work permits: For those who have job offers from New Zealand employers for short-term work.
- Work exchange programmes: Allowing individuals to participate in approved work exchange schemes.
- Migrant category resident visa: For skilled workers intending to reside permanently but whose initial entry may be on a temporary basis.
For a long-term work visa, the sponsoring organization in New Zealand must meet several criteria: The organization must be legally registered in New Zealand as a company, incorporated society, or charitable trust.There must be a clear connection between the organization's activities and the purpose for which they are sponsoring the visa applicant.T he organization must designate a contact person responsible for the sponsorship, who will handle communications and responsibilities related to the visa holder's stay in New Zealand.
There may be various ways in which citizenship can be obtained depending on the circumstances. Please reach out to Hudson McKenzie for an assessment to determine the best route.
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