Can foreigners live in New Zealand?

Can I live in New Zealand for a year

With a working holiday visa, you can stay in New Zealand for at least 12 months, traveling and working to support yourself. On a student visa, if you enroll with an approved education provider, you can stay in New Zealand for up to four years. You can even work part-time while you are studying.

Is New Zealand a friendly country

Friendly and Welcoming People

Kiwis are generally friendly people, with a laidback and positive attitude towards life. Compared to European countries, New Zealand is still a young country. Even Māori, the country's native inhabitants, have only been living on the island for about 800 years.

What do I need to live in New Zealand

To live in New Zealand permanently, you need a resident visa. There are a number of pathways to obtaining a resident visa, many of which start with a temporary visa allowing you to work, study or own a business in New Zealand.

How is it like to live in New Zealand

New Zealand has a temperate climate, which means we have relatively warm, dry summers — December to February — and mild, wet winters — June to August. We don't get the extreme weather that some parts of the USA do, so you will find it easier to enjoy a healthy, outdoors lifestyle all year round.

Is it difficult to immigrate to New Zealand

The process of moving to New Zealand is not as straightforward as it might seem. It requires months of preparation and negotiating serious rules and regulations to relocate to this island nation, particularly when you are importing your household goods and pets into the country.

How long can a non citizen stay in New Zealand

9 months

You can visit New Zealand as a genuine tourist for up to 9 months in an 18-month period. The 18-month period is calculated backwards from the last day you intend to be in New Zealand. If the last day you'll be here is 1 December, then your 18-month period will begin on 1 June of the year before.

Is New Zealand a cheap country

New Zealand is definitely not cheap. Groceries, transport and accommodation are sometimes even more expensive than in the Netherlands. In addition, our way of travelling through New Zealand, with a campervan is expensive, and we have done some expensive activities.

Is New Zealand easy to live

Living in New Zealand offers a unique lifestyle that is hard to find elsewhere. The pace of life is generally slower, allowing for a better work-life balance and more time to enjoy the great outdoors. The people are welcoming and friendly, making it easy to integrate into the community and make new friends.

Can you immigrate to New Zealand without a job

Most individuals looking to migrate long-term will need a NZ job offer. Whether applying for a work visa or a residence visa under the Skilled Migrant Policy, most migrants are required to obtain an offer of skilled employment in New Zealand.

Is NZ expensive to live in

The monthly cost of living in New Zealand

The cost of living in New Zealand, for one person in a major city, is between NZ$3,000-NZ$4,000 per month. A family of four can expect to need NZ$5,000-NZ$6,000 per month to live.

Can EU citizens work in New Zealand

Working Holiday Visa

Available to anyone aged 18-30, this visa allows you to study or train for up to 6 months in total or to work for up to 12 months. For more information on different visa options, visit the New Zealand Immigration website.

Is New Zealand easy to get job

The good news is that, yes, it is very easy to get a job in New Zealand! Some of the jobs below are in such a high demand that employers will give a shot to anyone that just shows up. Many jobs are just based on good vibes and personality, so rock up, be yourself, be awesome, and get the job.

Can you move to New Zealand after 30

In most cases, it is not possible to get a New Zealand working holiday visa when you are over 30. They are available to young people usually aged between 18 to 30, but 18 to 35 in selected countries.

Can I stay in NZ for 6 months

Duration – Visitors and tourists

You can visit New Zealand as a genuine tourist for up to 9 months in an 18-month period.

Is New Zealand more expensive than Europe

European countries are prominent in the top twenty most-expensive list. But if living in Europe isn't the ideal option, a little further down the rankings is Hong Kong (11th), Australia (16th), New Zealand (17th) and the United States (20th).

Is New Zealand or Germany more expensive

In general, living costs in Germany are lower than in New Zealand. The average monthly cost of living in Germany is €861, while in New Zealand, it is €1,200. This difference is mainly due to the cost of rent, as the average rent is around €240 per week.

Is New Zealand hard to get a job

Is New Zealand cheap living

The cost of living in New Zealand, for one person in a major city, is between NZ$3,000-NZ$4,000 per month. A family of four can expect to need NZ$5,000-NZ$6,000 per month to live.

What is a good salary to live in New Zealand

If you are moving to NZ for work or permanently it is useful to understand how NZ salaries compare to elsewhere around the world. Of course, NZ wages vary by industry and job type. However, the median income in New Zealand is just under NZ$27 per hour as of mid-2021 (NZD$56,160 per annum based on a 40-hour week).

What is NZ minimum wage

What are New Zealand's minimum hourly wage rates

Minimum Wage for:	New Minimum rate per hour from 1 April 2023
Children	No minimum applies.
Starting-out Wage	$18.16
Training Wage	$18.16
All other employees	$22.70

Can I live in New Zealand with European passport

While British or EU citizens will not need a visa to visit New Zealand for up to six months, if you intend to live and work there any longer, there are different immigration rules. A range of different visa options is open to you depending on your circumstances, each with its terms and conditions.

How long can Europeans stay in New Zealand

New Zealand has an allowing visa policy, and according to its rules, all citizens from countries in the European Union can go to New Zealand for up to 3 months without a visa, and only with an ETA.

Do jobs pay well in New Zealand

The median income in New Zealand is just under NZ$29.66 per hour as of February 2023 (NZD$61,692.80) per annum based on a 40-hour week). There is also a minimum wage in New Zealand under which you cannot be paid legally.

Does New Zealand pay well

Is 40 too old to emigrate

You are NEVER too old to move abroad.

Because whatever stage of life you're in, single or with a family, we strongly believe, that you should never let your age put your off fulfilling that dream of moving to another country.