Advice please
 

Hello everyone,

My partner, newborn and I are looking to emigrate to NZ in around 12 - 15 months or so
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Questions regarding Visa applications:

1. We have some credit debt in the UK - will this be taken into consideration for the visa application? We have vast savings between us but we're hoping to just pay the debt monthly rather than a lump sum.
2. Ideally, we would like to secure a position before migrating. With that in mind, is it worth starting the process earlier and continue to look for jobs?
3. Is the best option to apply for a joint visa?
4. Is it worth using an agent to aid in the visa process?
5. We are planning on getting married in the next couple of years. Would it be beneficial to do this before starting the visa application?

Do you have any advice for job searches within the aforementioned industries?

Thanks in advance.

Re: Advice please
 

Questions regarding Visa applications:

1. We have some credit debt in the UK - will this be taken into consideration for the visa application? No
2. Ideally, we would like to secure a position before migrating. With that in mind, is it worth starting the process earlier and continue to look for jobs? Yes, make some contacts as soon as you can
3. Is the best option to apply for a joint visa? Decide which of you is principle applicant with best prospects for job and points
4. Is it worth using an agent to aid in the visa process? No
5. We are planning on getting married in the next couple of years. Would it be beneficial to do this before starting the visa application? Not at all, the living together part is all that matters

Do you have any advice for job searches within the aforementioned industries? Pretty much all jobs are advertised on Trademe or Seek, make some contacts with recruitment agents and companies via Linkedin.