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Our knowledge base contains answers to all of our frequently asked questions. Type in keywords above to search, for example [ renew visa ] or [ working holiday ]. You can also browse popular answers or browse by topic.

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  • What are living costs like in New Zealand?
  • Can I work while I am on a student visa?
  • Does my occupation require New Zealand registration?
  • How to Apply for a Student Visa
  • Spanish Working Holiday 2013
  • Skilled Migrant Category: How do I apply?
  • My residence is still in process, but my temporary visa will expire soon.
  • Where do I submit my completed application?
  • What is an APEC card?
  • Information for visitors travelling without a visa
  • English language requirements
  • Can you recommend a Licensed Immigration Adviser or Agent?
  • How do I check my application status online?
  • How do I transfer my visa to a new passport?
  • What is the difference between a resident visa and a permanent resident visa?
  • How do I phone Immigration NZ?
  • Options for Partner/Spouse of NZ citizen or resident
  • What is the status of my application?
  • Skilled Migrant Category: How do I apply?
  • How soon will my application be processed?
  • When and how can I apply for a permanent resident visa?
  • English language requirements
  • How do I email Immigration NZ?
  • Can I extend my Working Holiday visa?
  • I am hearing impaired. How do I contact Immigration NZ?
  • Travelling to another country while holding a student visa
  • Can I offer a job to a worker from overseas?
  • Options for people over 50 years of age
  • Can I bring my application to an Immigration Officer in person?
  • Rugby in New Zealand
  • Policy change for French and German Postgrad students
  • What currency does New Zealand use?
  • How do I apply for residence after running a business in NZ?
  • Who can I include in my resident visa application?
  • When does my Working Holiday Visa expire?
  • Can I apply for Skilled Migrant category for residence?
  • Parents of NZ citizens/residents
  • What are living costs like in New Zealand?
  • NZ Citizen travelling on a foreign passport
  • Is TOEFL English test accepted by Immigration New Zealand?
  • I am overseas at the moment, but would like to visit NZ and look for a job.
  • Can I use an old application form?
  • Interim Visas
  • What is the Canterbury Skills and Employment Hub?
  • The Silver Fern Job Search Scheme for 2013 is full!
  • Can I work while I am on a student visa?
  • I can't save details into my Expression of Interest
  • Who can I include in my resident visa application?

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