New Zealand is one of the few developed countries with an open immigration policy, willingly accepting qualified specialists from other countries. Economic and political stability, a calm, friendly society towards foreigners made this country very attractive for immigrants from the countries of the former USSR. However, no matter how soft the immigration policy of New Zealand, obtaining the right to live and work in this country has its own difficulties and peculiarities.
Instructions
Step 1
Despite the fact that New Zealand is an English-speaking country and was formed mainly by immigrants from the former British Empire and the Netherlands, modern New Zealand legislation has no preferences regarding the nationality or cultural affiliation of the settlers. Personal and professional qualities are the main selection criteria.
Step 2
In 1991, New Zealand introduced a point system for the selection of candidates, similar to the Canadian and Australian ones. Within the framework of this system, such characteristics of the applicant as age, social and marital status, professional qualifications, work experience, knowledge of the language and financial security are taken into account. To obtain a residence permit, you need to score a certain number of points on the basis of a set of characteristics.
Step 3
In accordance with the Immigration Act of 2009, any foreigner wishing to move to New Zealand must first obtain a residence permit or so-called residency. This residence permit allows you to legally stay in the country, work or study, do business. It also grants the right to free medical care and gives all the rights similar to the rights of citizens of the country, except for political ones. After three years and eight months of living in New Zealand, the immigrant is eligible to apply for New Zealand citizenship.
Step 4
There are four main categories for obtaining a residence permit in New Zealand: professional category, business category, family program, and investment in the New Zealand economy. Most emigrants from Russia and neighboring countries leave precisely in the professional category. New Zealand is very interested in attracting young qualified specialists, therefore, with the appropriate education and some work experience, this method of immigration is the most promising.
Step 5
In addition, the country's leadership periodically conducts additional programs to attract young specialists. They are targeted at both students and graduates. However, you must remember that higher education in New Zealand is paid, and if you plan to move to this country as a student, you must be able to support yourself during your studies and pay for the entire course. But after graduation from New Zealand, it will be much easier to obtain a residence permit.
