What to do
Dec 13th 2014, 7:44 pm
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What to do
hi all,
we have been here 1.5 years now and are on 3 year work visa, we want to stay and get residency. We have two choices
1) we apply like anyone else through the EOI and see how we get on (we do qualify to be picked under the points system as we both work) so should be ok but you never know.
2) we can get a work to residence visa through my partners work (almost guaranteed).
the question I have is that I would like to get my residency soon rather than wait another two years under option 2 as we will get residency after a 2 year work visa.
Can anyone give me any guidance on there experience
sam
we have been here 1.5 years now and are on 3 year work visa, we want to stay and get residency. We have two choices
1) we apply like anyone else through the EOI and see how we get on (we do qualify to be picked under the points system as we both work) so should be ok but you never know.
2) we can get a work to residence visa through my partners work (almost guaranteed).
the question I have is that I would like to get my residency soon rather than wait another two years under option 2 as we will get residency after a 2 year work visa.
Can anyone give me any guidance on there experience
sam
Dec 13th 2014, 8:00 pm
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Re: What to do
have you done the points calculator on the immigration site to clarify your points under EOI? if so what points do you get? it would seem the most sensible and cheapest option if you can get it
Dec 14th 2014, 6:25 pm
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Re: What to do
Hi
yes I have completed the points test and we qualify under this system
sam
yes I have completed the points test and we qualify under this system
sam
Dec 14th 2014, 7:46 pm
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Re: What to do
I'd go for residency Option 1 as you already know residency in NZ is what you want. You never know, the rules might change in the future making it more difficult to get. Unlikely but it is possible.
Dec 16th 2014, 9:27 pm
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Re: What to do
If you have a good 140 points and are working here in NZ then it's a no brainer really. You go straight for residency to ensure and protect your long term future in NZ.
