Skilled Migrant selection 20 May 09 - next draw 3rd June
 

Selection 20 May 2009– Skilled Migrant Category

The most recent selection of Expressions of Interest (EOIs) under the Skilled Migrant Category took place on 20 May 2009


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


106 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.


59 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.


33 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.


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


47 EOIs were selected that had a points total of 115 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, 707 EOIs representing 1648 people were selected and will now undergo preliminary verification to determine if an invitation to apply for residency will be issued.

Taken from this NZIS newsletter