Skilled Migrant EOI selection 7th May 08 - NEXT SELECTION DATE 21st MAy 2008
 

Fortnightly Selection Statistics – 7 May 2008

Next pool selection - 21st May 2008

1. Selection 7 May 2008 – Skilled Migrant Category

The most recent selection of Expressions of Interest (EOIs) under the Skilled Migrant Category took place on 7 May 2008.

468 EOIs were selected that had a points total of 140 or above;

123 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.

55 EOIs were selected that had a points total of 100 or more but less than 140, and included 15 points for work experience in an area of absolute skill shortage.

38 EOIs were selected that had a points total of 100 or more but less than 140, and included 10 points for work experience in an area of absolute skill shortage.

86 EOIs were selected that had a points total of 120 or more but less than 140, and included 10 points for a qualification in an area of absolute skill shortage.

7 EOIs were selected that had a points total of 135 or more but less than 140. These EOIs did not claim points for offers of skilled employment or current skilled employment in New Zealand, work experience in an area of absolute skill shortage or for a qualification in an area of absolute skill shortage. These EOIs were ranked in descending order of points.

As a result, 777 EOIs representing 1,768 people were selected and will now undergo preliminary verification to determine if an invitation to apply for residency will be issued.

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