Build a calmer, greener life in Aotearoa.
Safe communities, world-class nature and a clear, rules-based path from skilled work to residence. Haven Overseas is a Kerala-based consultancy with offices in Kozhikode and Kochi. We guide you through every step, from first assessment to settling in, wherever you are.
What New Zealand residence gives your family
A New Zealand Resident Visa lets you build a long-term future here, with most of the same everyday rights as citizens.
Four ways skilled migrants become residents
Most skilled residence routes start with a job offer from an accredited New Zealand employer, usually on an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV). Which route fits depends on your occupation, qualifications, pay and experience.
Straight to Residence
For in-demand roles such as registered nurses, doctors, engineers, software engineers and teachers.
- Full-time Tier 1 job offer from an accredited employer
- Meet the qualification, registration and pay requirements
- No minimum time working in New Zealand first
Work to Residence
For roles such as electricians, plumbers, welders and dairy farmers.
- Work in a Tier 2 occupation in New Zealand
- 24 months of qualifying full-time work
- Paid at or above the required rate
Points pathway
Claim 6 points from one skill category, or combine it with New Zealand work experience.
- Points for professional registration, qualifications or high pay
- Up to 3 extra points for skilled work in New Zealand
- Open to a wide range of occupations
Work experience & trades pathways
Two new Skilled Migrant routes reward proven experience.
- Skilled Work Experience: 5 years’ relevant experience, including 2 years in New Zealand at 1.1× the median wage
- Trades & Technician: a Level 4+ qualification and 4 years’ experience, including 18 months in New Zealand at the median wage
| Skilled Migrant points (need 6) | How you earn them |
|---|---|
| Income | 3 points at 1.5× the median wage, 4 at 2×, 6 at 3× |
| Qualification | 3–6 points depending on level, from a bachelor’s degree up to a doctorate |
| Professional registration | 4–6 points for occupations that require New Zealand registration |
| NZ skilled work | 1 point for 1 year, 2 for 1.5 years, 3 for 2 years |
What every skilled applicant needs
Why families choose New Zealand
From Kerala to New Zealand, step by step
What can we do for you?
An independent, women-owned consultancy founded by Betsy Babu in 2018, with offices in Kozhikode and Kochi and more than 1,000 clients guided to over 20 countries.
- Free Assessment
- Free Counselling
- Pre-Screening
- Review of Rejections & Appeal Guidance
- Embassy Interview Training
- Preparing Financial Papers
- Authenticating Documents
- Filling & Filing Applications
- Obtaining Visas
- Pre-Departure & Post-Landing Services
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a job offer to migrate to New Zealand?
For almost all skilled residence routes, yes. You need a job, or an offer, with an accredited New Zealand employer that meets the hours and pay rules for your pathway.
Can nurses get residence quickly?
Registered nurses are on Green List Tier 1, so with New Zealand nursing registration and a qualifying job offer they can apply for residence without first working in New Zealand for a set period.
Can I bring my partner and children?
Yes. Your partner and dependent children can be included in your residence application, and children can attend state schools free of charge.
Is there an age limit?
For the Skilled Migrant Category, the principal applicant must be 55 or younger.
Can my parents visit for long periods?
The Parent Boost visitor visa allows parents of New Zealand citizens and residents to visit for up to five years on a multiple-entry visa, subject to sponsor income and health insurance requirements.
Check the rules at the source
Ready to start your New Zealand journey?
Book a free assessment at our Kozhikode or Kochi office, or talk to us on phone or WhatsApp.
Information reflects Immigration New Zealand settings as of October 2026 and may change. Queenstown photo: Avenue, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
