BEVS

Selection 16 October 2013– Skilled Migrant Category

The most recent selection of Expressions of Interest (EOIs) under the
Skilled Migrant Category took place on 16 October 2013.

• 483 EOIs were selected that had a points total of 140 or more;

• 114 EOIs were selected that had a points total of 100 or more but
less than 140, and included points for offers of skilled employment
or current skilled employment in New Zealand.

As a result, 597 EOIs representing 1,166 people were selected and will
now undergo preliminary verification to determine if an invitation to apply
for residency will be issued.

There are 1,161 EOIs in the pool after the selection.

BEVS

Make up of Selection

Attachment 114503

Nationality Composition of EOIs

Nationality Percentage

India 29%
China 13%
Great Britain 12%
Philippines 9%
South Africa 5%
United States of America 3%
Fiji 3%
Japan 2%
Sri Lanka 2%
Ireland 2%
Other 20%

Total 100%