{"id":1022653,"date":"2024-08-12T12:16:52","date_gmt":"2024-08-12T02:16:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stage.soledu.net\/nz\/?p=1022653"},"modified":"2024-08-20T11:25:59","modified_gmt":"2024-08-20T01:25:59","slug":"pathway-to-permanent-residency-in-new-zealand-after-completing-a-masters-degree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.soledu.net\/nz\/pathway-to-permanent-residency-in-new-zealand-after-completing-a-masters-degree\/","title":{"rendered":"Pathway to Permanent Residency in New Zealand after Completing a Master’s Degree"},"content":{"rendered":"
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New Zealand offers a fast-track pathway for international students to migrate after completing a master’s degree. Compared to other English-speaking countries, New Zealand provides one of the shortest routes to residency. Specifically, you can become eligible for migration after spending ju<\/span><\/span>st <\/span>two to <\/span>three years<\/span> in the country\u2014<\/span>one to <\/span>two years studying a master’s program<\/span> and one year working full-time. Read on <\/span><\/span>to learn the steps to migrate to New Zealand after graduating from a master’s program.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n

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Step 1: Apply for Post-Study Work Visa<\/h1>
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Benefits of Post-Study Work Visa<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Upon completing a master’s degree in New Zealand, regardless of the subject, you can apply for a Post-Study Work Visa. This visa allows you and your partner to live and work full-time in New Zealand for up to three years. Additionally, your children can attend New Zealand public schools at no cost.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Application Process<\/h3>
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You must apply for the visa within <\/span>three months<\/span><\/b> after you have completed your qualification. <\/span>You will also need to prove your qualification and provide evidence of sufficient funds (at least NZ$5,000) to support yourself after graduation. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Step 2: Gain Work Experience<\/h1>
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You can use 3 years of <\/span>Post-Study Work Visa to gain relevant work experience in New Zealand. <\/span>After accumulating enough 1 year of work experience, you may be eligible for a permanent visa in New Zealand. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n

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Step 3: Apply for a Permanent Visa<\/h1>
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Permanent Residency means you can live and work infinitely in New Zealand. You can also receive most of benefits of a New Zealand citizen. For example: <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n