🇳🇿 NEW ZEALAND GREEN LIST 2026 Two Routes. One Destination: NZ Residence. 🚀 FAST TRACK ROUTE Tier 1 – Straight to Residence If your occupation is listed under Tier 1 and you meet all eligibility requirements, you may apply for residence immediately after securing an eligible role with an accredited employer. Common Occupations * Registered Nurse * Software Engineer * ICT Business Analyst * Civil Engineer * Primary School Teacher * Secondary School Teacher Key Advantage ✔ No minimum NZ work period before residence application. ⸻ ⏳ EXPERIENCE ROUTE Tier 2 – Work to Residence If your occupation is listed under Tier 2, you must generally complete 24 months of eligible work in New Zealand before applying for residence. Common Occupations * Early Childhood Teacher * Electrician * Plumber * Dairy Farm Manager * Construction Manager * Diesel Motor Mechanic Key Requirement ✔ 24 months of eligible NZ employment. ⸻ 📋 Requirements for Both Pathways ✅ Accredited Employer Job Offer ✅ Relevant Qualification(s) ✅ Professional Registration (if required) ✅ Required Wage Threshold ✅ English Language Requirements ✅ Health & Character Requirements ⸻ 💰 Wage Requirement For many Green List occupations without a specific wage threshold: Minimum Pay: NZ$35.00/hour Effective: 9 March 2026 ⸻ 🔎 Before You Apply Always verify: * Green List occupation status * Wage requirements * Registration requirements * Visa criteria with Immigration New Zealand. #NewZealand #NZImmigration #NewZealandVisa #GreenList #WorkToResidence . - @ryan.thekiwiboy