Expatriates from all around the world, especially Pakistanis, are drawn to New Zealand. Exceptional environmental conditions, a low violence rate, and the hospitality of the native community are benefits of immigration to New Zealand from Pakistan. 

In this post, you can learn about the requirements and visa options for immigration. 

General prerequisites to enter the country 

No matter the type of immigration selected, the New Zealand authorities impose certain conditions on all aspiring immigrants. 

level of English 

Nearly all Pakistani applicants for long-term visas must fulfill specific language criteria. Some types of visitors are exempt from this.

Criminal history

A Pakistani immigrant shouldn’t be given a prison term of five years or longer. Moreover, they shouldn’t have spent more than a year in jail in the previous ten years. 

Health 

Long-term potential immigrants of any kind shouldn’t have any serious medical issues. Bacterial illnesses that provide a significant risk and demand pricey medical care are considered “serious issues.” For instance, those who require kidney dialysis cannot enter the nation. The same is true for persons who have hemophilia, TB, or other severe illnesses.

Immigration for students

The most common route to migration is through university studies in New Zealand. After enrolling in a national institution and receiving a study permit, a student enters the profession as an expert with a work permit. You must be registered in a degree program for at least three months to apply for a student permit. The highest number of years a visa may be valid is 4. 

The following criteria must be satisfied by candidates for a student visa: 

  • Proof of acceptance to a school, 
  • Provision of health and travel insurance, and
  • Adequate cash for the study and housing.

Investor’s immigration 

An Entrepreneurial Work Permit is given to Pakistani traders who want to start their own companies in New Zealand. It is valid for three years, which are broken up into two phases: the first phase (12 months) and the equilibrium phase (24 months). You have a year to investigate more, launch, or acquire a firm. 

For those applying for a permit, the following requirements apply:

  • Not have a history of financial fraud.
  • Have not been jailed for bankruptcy in the previous five years;
  • A thorough business plan,
  • A minimum score of 120 on a scale used to gauge the possibility of company success; and 
  • Have a minimum cash capital of $100,000 NZ ($68,000 roughly);

Professional migration

Skilled immigration is one of the more well-liked routes to New Zealand citizenship. An expert in any field can easily apply for this visa. A variety of visas with various nuances and specifications are offered in this category. 

Worker visa 

This is an expert’s sought-after residence permit. The ability to include dependents makes the skilled immigrant visa advantageous. The candidate must be accepted by a local company for acceptance. The recruiter can apply on the candidate’s behalf. 

Essential skills visa

This card is granted for a maximum of three years. Only Pakistanis with a job offer are eligible to file for it. In addition, the worker must get a fair evaluation of his credentials under the ANZSCO system, and the business must demonstrate that it can locate specialists in New Zealand.

Golden visa 

This visa’s objective is to draw young specialists to the nation. This visa also comes in a variety of forms. 

A visa for job searching is available from Silver Fern. It is only available once in a person’s lifetime and is provided for nine months. Each year, 300 of these visas are granted. You must fulfill the requirements listed below to be eligible for the Silver Fern Hiring Process: 

  • Age between 20 and 35, 
  • A bachelor’s degree or higher, 
  • The necessary credentials, and 
  • 4,200 New Zealand dollars ($2,800) in the account.