The Long Term Skill Shortage List (LTSSL) identifies occupations where there is a sustained and on-going shortage of highly skilled workers both globally and throughout New Zealand.<\/p>\n
If you get a job in an occupation on the LTSSL and meet the list requirements, you may be granteda Work to Residence visa under theLong Term Skill Shortage List work visa. This means that you may be eligible to apply for residence in two years, provided you meet standard requirements and that job has a base salary of at least NZ$45,000.<\/p>\n
Download full list 244kb<\/p>\n
The Regional Skill Shortage List (RSSL) includes occupations where skilled workers are required in particular regions of New Zealand and indicates that there are no New Zealand citizens or residents available to take up the position. This enables faster processing of the application.<\/p>\n
If you are offered a job on the RSSL and meet the list requirements you may be granted anEssential Skillswork visa. This means that you are permitted to work in New Zealand temporarily. You wont necessarily be able to apply for residence.<\/p>\n
Download full list 750kb<\/p>\n
The Construction and Infrastructure Skill Shortage List (CISSL) contains occupations in critical shortage in the Construction industry across New Zealand.<\/p>\n
If your skills appear on the CISSL and meet the list requirements, you may be granted anEssential Skillswork visa. If the occupation is also on the LTSSL, then you may also be able to apply for residence.<\/p>\n
Download full list 349kb<\/p>\n
We use the amount of pay andANZSCO Version 1.2 to determine if a job is skilled. Some selected occupations are treated as an exception.<\/p>\n
To be classified as skilled for the Skilled Migrant Category you need to be either;ANZSCOlevel 1-3 AND paid at or above $25.50 per hour ($53,040 per year based on a 40 hour week)ORANZSCOlevel 4-5 AND paid at or above $38.25 per hour ($79,560 per year based on a 40 hour week)OROn the list of occupations treated as an exception to ANZSCO AND paid at or above $25.00 per hour ($53,040 per year based on a 40 hour week)<\/p>\n
If your occupation is defined as skilled, you may be eligible to apply for a resident visa under theSkilled Migrant Category. This is a points-based visa that considers factors such as age, work experience, your qualifications and an offer of skilled employment.<\/p>\n
To apply under the Skilled Migrant Category you must be aged 55 or under, meet the skill level for your occupation, and meet English language, health, and character requirements.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Originally posted here:<\/p>\n
Skill Shortage List Checker Immigration New Zealand<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The Long Term Skill Shortage List (LTSSL) identifies occupations where there is a sustained and on-going shortage of highly skilled workers both globally and throughout New Zealand. If you get a job in an occupation on the LTSSL and meet the list requirements, you may be granteda Work to Residence visa under theLong Term Skill Shortage List work visa. Continue reading