New Zealand · Work Visas

Specific Purpose Work Visa

For people with specialized skills or expertise coming to New Zealand for a specific short-term purpose or event (business secondments, project specialists, sports referees).

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

Specialist project managers, international corporate assignees, and short-term performers.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • Specific expertise or purpose that cannot be filled by domestic workers
  • Timeframe directly tied to the completion of the project or event
Process

How the process works

  1. Submit application with project brief and contract
  2. Visa issued for project duration
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Contract of employment/engagement, project timetable, evidence of specialist qualifications
Good to know

What to keep in mind

Does not require employer accreditation or a Job Check.

Official source: Immigration New Zealand — Specific Purpose. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

Ecosystem Architecture

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