The Green List is a list of high-demand occupations in New Zealand that offers a streamlined pathway to residence for skilled workers. The list is divided into two tiers, offering different residency options based on your profession and qualifications.

Tier 1 of the Green List allows eligible professionals to apply for residence immediately through the Straight to Residence pathway. Tier 2 requires you to work in a Green List occupation for at least two years before applying for residence through the Work to Residence pathway.

Eligibility depends on your occupation, qualifications, and job offer. Both tiers include roles in sectors such as healthcare, engineering, construction, and IT. You must also meet standard visa requirements, such as health, character, and English language proficiency.

Yes, your partner and dependent children can be included in your residence application. They will also need to meet health and character requirements to be eligible.

Processing times for Green List residence applications are faster than standard pathways. The exact time depends on your situation, but Tier 1 applications are prioritized for quicker processing, while Tier 2 requires two years of work before applying.

If your occupation is not on the Green List or you don't meet the eligibility criteria, other residence pathways may still be available, such as the Skilled Migrant Category or sector-specific visa options.

Yes, a valid job offer in a Green List occupation is required to apply under either Tier 1 or Tier 2. The employer must be accredited, and the job must meet relevant criteria set by Immigration New Zealand.

Key sectors include healthcare, engineering, IT, construction, and infrastructure. Some roles in the care workforce and transport sector are also eligible under specific Work to Residence pathways.

Yes, if you hold a valid work visa and meet the requirements for a Green List occupation, you can transition to residence through either the Straight to Residence or Work to Residence pathway.

You will need to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through Immigration New Zealand’s system, along with supporting documentation like your job offer, qualifications, and evidence that you meet all visa requirements.