Care Workforce Work to Residence Visa
This pathway is for workers who complete the required New Zealand employment in approved care roles and meet the current employer, wage, age, language, health, character, and residence conditions.
General information only. Approved care roles and conditions change. Immigration NZ makes the final decision.
Approved care roles
This pathway targets workers in New Zealand's aged care, disability support, and similar care occupations. The list of approved roles is maintained by Immigration New Zealand.
Employment and wage requirements
Workers must be employed in an approved care role, earning at or above the required wage threshold, for the required period before applying for residence.
Not for all healthcare workers
This pathway is specifically for care workforce roles — generally support and care workers rather than registered health professionals. Registered professionals may qualify through the Green List or Skilled Migrant Category.
What you can expect from a serious review
- A route comparison based on the information provided
- A document and evidence checklist
- Clear decision points
- An explanation of what still needs official verification
- A defined next action
Frequently Asked Questions
Need help deciding what to do next?
Share your goal and a short summary of your situation. We will use it to prepare for an initial discussion. This is not an official immigration assessment.
No result is guaranteed. The value of the review is a clearer route, a better-prepared file and a more informed decision.
