Filipinos who wish to live and work in New Zealand need to understand the different ways they can achieve their dreams.
Just like most other countries that accept immigrants, the best options available for Filipinos is to have the desired qualifications, work skills and experience. By possessing skills that are deemed in demand in the country, you may apply for the Skilled Migrant Category, which is a points-based assessment system. Other options include Work Visa Permit, which requires a local sponsor and not points based, Active Investment as an entrepreneur and through a New Zealand-based family member. The first two options are the most common paths Filipinos often follow.
Applying through Skilled Migrant Category
This category is ideal for aspiring immigrants equipped with a university degree and years of work experience. New Zealand Immigration Department determines an individuals qualification through points system.
In addition to academic and work qualifications, all applicants are required to prove they are physically fit, possess good personal character, competent in English language and 55 years old or below.
Applying through Skilled employment
If you are presently employed in New Zealand and have been working for at least one year, you get 60 points. A person who is employed for less than 12 months but has been working for at least 3 months gets 50 points. The same point assignment goes for an individual who has a job offer in New Zealand.
If your present occupation/employment offer in New Zealand falls under the following category-future growth area, identified cluster, or area of absolute skills shortage, you get an additional 5 points. For a list of jobs that belong to Long Term Skill Shortage List, refer to the following document (PDF).
If job location or place of employment for a job offer is in a region outside Auckland, an additional 10 points is added.
If your spouse is also currently employed/has job offer in New Zealand, another 10 points is added.
Years of Work Experience
Although your previous work experience was not performed in New Zealand, the Immigration Department also puts weight on the number of years that you have been working. This is under the presumption that the job experience is comparable to the local labor market.
- Two years work experience= 10 points,
- Four years work experience= 15 points,
- Six years work experience= 20 points,
- Eight years work experience = 25 points,
- 10 years work experience = 30 points
One also get an extra points if the work experience is inNew Zealand and another bonus points if the work experience belongs to what is considered a future growth area, identified cluster or area of absolute skills shortage or to the long term skill shortage list. For a list of jobs that belong to Long Term Skill Shortage List, refer to the following document (PDF).
Since it is presumed easier for an immigrant to live in New Zealand if his/her relatives are already in the country, the Immigration Department also awards points for applicants.
You may try the points system to determine if you qualify as an immigrant to New Zealand.
RELATED: Factors to Consider Before Applying to Migrate to New Zealand
How To Apply
If the points system tool indicates you are eligible to migrate to New Zealand, you may submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for residence. Your EOI will be ranked according to your points and if your score is 140 and above- you are automatically selected.
Should your initial application for EOI be unsuccessful, it stays in the pool for 120 days. If, within that period, you are still not selected, then you can apply for aother EOI.
If your EOI is selected, you will be invited to apply for residence so you need to submit necessary documents such as passports, qualifications and relevant certificates to the Immigration Service.
The documents you submitted will be verified and the Immigration Service will asses your application. You can be given a permanent residence visa or a visa allowing you to live in New Zealand while looking for work.
Good luck!
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I am interested to work
Dear Sir / Ma’am,
Good Day!
I am here by sending my application letter for a possible job vacancy which might be suitable for my credentials. Hope to hear you as soon as possible. I am determined and skilled person. I am a Filipino Citizen and presently holding a Qatar Working Visa. Willing to across country if necessary.
I am hoping for your kind consideration.
Thank you!
Sincerely Yours;
Martin Marsamolo Pan Jr.
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Whats step to apply in new zealand, I am interested help me
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I am interesred to work in new Zealand, I have lot of experience,i work befor in Dubai 1 year,then macau 8 years,4 years in hongkong,then 8 years in Israel as caregiver,but I stay here in the Philippines 10 months then I come back to macau 6 months now I m already here in the Philippines, I interested to apply skiiied visa in new Zealand,how to apply and cant I apply.
Good day Sir / Mam,
I am Ernesto Bautista 48 years old a philippine cetezin l’m interested to work in new zealand i apply for the position of overhead crane operator,i work here in saudi arabia sence 2010 up to present. Under the Saudi Iron & Steel Company , if have a vecant position of overhead crane operator, this is my e-mail add bautistaernesto48@gmail.com
Thank you
Sencerely your’s
Ernesto Bautista
Dear ma’am/ sir
Iam interested to work in new zealand. Im her now in jeddah k.s.a my skills is heavy duty operator.. trailler driver. Excavetor operator.. im already 3yrs now in my company… but I came from country of malisya I have 5 yrs long work in malisya as a excavetor operator… how to aplay my skills sir/ ma’am…???
Good day i am interested work in new zealand with my wife she is a nurse and was recently work here in riyadh. i am still in riyadh , ksa..i recently working here as a hospital electronic maintenance for almost 1year but my exp, in phil was about 15 yrs.
Dear Sir/madam
I’m here to sending my experience share my knowledge and wonderful Opportunity.
Mam /sir have been working experience in FnB for 17 years . I’m willing to work in different food chain.and hardworking thank you for appreciate my interesting message
Have a nice day
Iam interested hiw can i apply
Dear. sir or ma’m I,would apply for jobs as a heavy equipment operator. in NEW ZEALAND now im here in saudi still in my employer working. As a MOTOR GRADER /ECAVATOR BACKHOE/BULLDOZER and WHEEL LOADER OPERATOR. My work experience 12years in abroad as a heavy equipment eartwork machine. Operator driver
Dear. sir or ma’m I,would apply for jobs as a heavy equipment operator. in NEW ZEALAND now im here in saudi still in my employer working. As a MOTOR GRADER /ECAVATOR BACKHOE/BULLDOZER and WHEEL LOADER OPERATOR. My work experience 12years in abroad as a heavy equipment eartwork machine. Operator driver
hellow sir/ ma’am. im arnold alimagno 24yrs old im wlling to apply any kind of job. thanks and waiting for resfonse.
im also interested
They needed lots of DA,ive been working in ksa For 4 yrs as a surgery orthodontic dental assistant thanks
I would like to apply for a dental assistant since jobdbd alaways sending me emails everyday that
Dear sir/mam
I wanted to work in new zealand bec. I have a special skills as a certified welder
Dear Sir/Maam
Good Day.
I am interested to work in New Zealand. I am now working in Saudi Arabia my skills is fabricator welder.
Dear sir / ma’am,
Good day Sir/Ma’am,
I would appy any job u have ..I have interest also to live in your country new zeland ang I hope I qualified and your standard qualifications. .
thank you…
michael angelo ruiz
Good day Sir/Ma’am,
I would appy any job u have ..I have interest also to live in your country new zeland ang I hope I qualified and your standard qualifications. .
thank you…
michael angelo ruiz
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I’m renante buhano,I’m interested job in your country,..folklift operator/arc welder steenless steel….thank you.
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Im aply pump create operator..
Im aply pump create operator..
Good day sir or mam…im rodel
Good day sir or mam…im rodel
Dear Sir/ma’am Im Edzel Castro presently working as a Telephone technician under SAUDI TELECOM her in SAUDI ARABIA i would like to apply for any work that will fit for my qualification thank you
A pleasant day to everybody!
I want to find a job in New Zealand. I’m currently working here in United Arab Emirates. I used to work in Bahrain before..
But from the Philippines, I used to work in garment factory. How can I have an application form for applying working visa???
Thank you very much!!
Dear Sir ,Mam im Mr.Rogelio Dolendo jr. im interested to work in New Zealand now im here in Oman working in VOLTAMP POWER as a power transformer technician now im 3years working in this company ,im willing to work in new zealand ,how to apply my skilled?thank u…
Its all bullshit. There’s not enough jobs here in New Zealand, also it is a racist country against Indians and arabs.
Dear sir/ madam
Good day maam and sir,
Im jocelinda Azarcon currently working here in qatar i been working here for almost 10years….im a cook for arabic foods..im interesting for any kind of job in nz..or canada…if there is a job that fit for me…let me know please…
thank u…
i m tirso u fabrigas working in saudi arabia as a electrician tehcnician im interested work in NEW ZEALAND…………
Good day! Sir/ma’am,
I am Mr. Alejandro Untalan, I work as a demi chef here in Qatar until now and in my profession now I have experience more than 7 years in three different country’s. Sir/ Ma’am if you have available according to my experience I want to apply.
I am hoping for your kind consideration,
Thank you!
Sincerely your;
Mr. Alejandro Untalan
I am Arnel flores almost 13 years working as a decorative painter in saudi and qatar. I am interested to work in new zealand if there is possible vacant job
Dear Sir/Maam
Good Day!
I am Djunil T.Curso, presently working here in Jeddah Saudi Arabia ahead of 10 years. I am very much interested to work in your prestigious country based upon my skilled preferences. Im looking forward in your best reply…By the way Im graduate in Hotel and Restaurant Management.
Dear Sir/Maam
Good Day!
I am Djunil T.Curso, presently working here in Jeddah Saudi Arabia ahead of 10 years. I am very much interested to work in your prestigious country based upon my skilled preferences. Im looking forward in your best reply…By the way Im graduate in Hotel and Restaurant Management.
Dear sir /mam…
im working pipe fitter/ pipe fabritor 5 year of experience until now.and more more jobs my experience.plumber /
carpenter.i want to apply of this upportunitly for my family…
thank verry much…
Good day!
Im interested to work in new zealand as a beautician nail tichnician.
I presently work her at Hrm prince sultan bin mishal Alsaud for 4yrs.
Thank u and God bless
Dear Sir / Ma’am,
Good day.
I am very much interested to work in New Zealand.
I’m seeking for a fulfilling position that will allow me to fully contribute my knowledge and skills acquired through 18 years of solid work experience in a manufacturing business as Production Planning Head, currently employed in SABIC-GAS (supplied by JAL) here in Saudi Arabia as Maintenance Planner / Scheduler. I’m a Filipino Citizen.
Looking forward for a positive feedback.
Thank you.
With Best regards,
Romy G. Cerdan
To whom it may concern:
Im one of the person who
wanted to live in New Zealand.
Dear sir/ma’am,
Good day.
I am very much interested to work in new Zealand. Please consider me as one to be selected.
I am presently working in King Khalid University as audio visual and communication technician for 12 years. I’ll do my very best to show you my technical skill if ever you given me a chance.
Looking forward for your consideration.
Respectfully yours,
Jonathan C. Diesca
Dear sir and ma’am,
A pleasant day ahead of you.
I am sending you my application letter for a possible job vacanvy
try to search http://www.trademejobs.co.nz; http://www.seek.co.nz and http://www.immigration.govt.nz
Good day,. I’m working as van salesman here in Saudi Arabia,. I am so interested to work in new Zealand,.. I’m hoping that you have a right job for me,.. Thanks more power,..
Good day,. I’m working as van salesman here in Saudi Arabia,. I am so interested to work in new Zealand,.. I’m hoping that you have a right job for me,.. Thanks more power,..
dear maam and sir. im here now in saudi arabia for 4 yrs as a coffee shop attendant i want to work in your beautiful country
Dear Sir /Ma’am,
Good Day!
I am verry much interested to work in New Zealand.
I am Mr.Fietch John Galo, I work as a Cook and Waiter in Freash Asian Kitchen here in DOHA QATAR until now. I work also before in BOHOL BEACH CLUB as a waiter for almost 5 year’s.
Looking forward for your
considerayion,
Respectfully your’s
Mr. Fietch John Galo
Dear Sir / Ma’am,
Good Day!
I am verry much interested to work in New Zealand.
I am Mr.Fietch John Galo, I work as a Cook and Waiter in Freash Asian Kitchen here in DOHA QATAR until now. I work also before in BOHOL BEACH CLUB as a waiter for almost 5 year’s
Looking forward for your
consideration,
Respectfully your’s
Fietch John Galo
Good day SIR/MAM im mr Manuel C.Rosal working in saudi arabia for 8 years as a TRAILER DRIVER and now as a CRANE OPERATOR do you have any vacant for me Thanks in Advance
Hi,
My wife applied for an LOI but unfortunately her application was rejected. The reason for the rejection is that her Work Experience and Recognized Qualification are not related. She’s a BSHRM degree holder but her work experience is all in IT. She has the skillset and was promoted several times. Is there any other way to get her skills and qualification reconsidered?
Thanks
dear im armando estrada former fiberglass laminator in saudi arabia.i am enterested to work in a newzealand
GREETINGS!!!
Sir / Ma’am,
I am Ariel Tanteo
I am interested to work in new Zealand,. I’m currently working here in Midmac Contracting Co. As a HSE Officer,,Doha State of Qatar , and i work in U.A.E. before..
But from the Philippines, I working in 14yrs. under the Millennium Construction Co. as a Site Engr.
would like to apply for any work that will fit for my qualification.
Thank you and more power….
Dear Sir/Maam,
I am interested to work in new zealand, i work more than 8 years to our government;
I am Filipino citizen, I am hoping for any vacancy that will fit for my qualification;
Hoping for your positive feedback
Thank you very much;
sincerely yours;
Seith Tamborong
What are the agencies in the Phils for new Zealand.? Tnx
Hi I’m rhea stylish in Bahrain i need job in new Zealand.or any jobs im qualified i will
Dear, Sir/Madam
i am Mr. Parayao im willing and interested to work in New Zealand,
im currently working here in Abdulatif alhumayin company,Dammam city,
kingdome of saudi, arabia as a industrial electrician, from 2007 to
present, i would like to apply any vacancy work that will fit for my
qualification…thank you!….
dear sir im Herman N. Pascual presently working as a H-Vac ducting installer under Saudi binladin group construction in Riyadh K;S.A
Dear Maam/ Sir
Have a nice day!i want to send applicant to apply your vacancy job….recently am working in korea ask a factory worker almost 6yrs now..
Dear Sir/ma’am, I’m Rengel Cena, I’m enteristed and willing to work in new Zealand, my skill welder,pipe filter, and plumber.hoping for your kind consideration.im here in qatar
Good day.can I apply in NZ I’m here in Doha Qatar work as a head chef for almost five years can u give me some advice..thank you..’
Sir/maddam,i’m Richard Tapec presently working as carpenter here in Qatar…want to migrate in New Zealand…I want to apply a job that fit to my skills…
Civil engineer job category- presently working in riyadh saudi arabia
Good day,im Froilan L. Laurilla working here in qatar for 10 years as a supervisor/machine operator of road marking company.here is my email add if im qualified to work in New Zealand…utoifroi@gmail.com
i would like to join at newzealand but in talleys company for deck hand position.please exsplant how about i can submit my CV and then how can to be given visa at newzealand.last month i just submit my CV but not yet respons.i hope you can exsplent for me and can help me
Hi Madam/Sir;
im Rosas Carial presently working as a meat cutter Butchery Department here in Dubai, UAE I want to apply a job which is fit to my Job. Thank you
Dear sir/ma’am I’m Richard planco saliva presently working as a house painter and automotive. I been work almost 17 yrs. And I’m work under my architect Randy Lopez. He is my project author. I’m very interested to work in new Zealand. God bless all.
Dear sir/ma’am I’m Richard planco saliva presently working as a house painter and automotive. I been work almost 17 yrs. And I’m work under my architect Randy Lopez. He is my project author. I’m very interested to work in new Zealand. God bless all.
Sir/Madam
Good day..
Im Antonieta Delgado Vina, im graduate in midwifery both passed the professional examinations in philippines and saudi arabia….willing to work in NZ…thank you
Good day maam/sir, im lane t. Tabay ,im caregiver .im graduate in red cross davao city. Im finished all the ojt training.im already passed the nc2 at tesda.im willing to work in your country, god bless you. And thank you all,
Yours, lane
Good day sir/maam..im presently working in Saudi Arabia and willing to work in NEW ZEALAND.Thank you and God bless!
Good day sir/ma’am
I’m Edgar Nadal, I’m graduate us computer tech. Presently working in Taiwan and willing to work in your country.
I’m hopping for your kind consideration.
Thank you!
i am so interested in working in ur country,been employed in hongkong for 3 yrs.now,as a nanny ,44yrs.old,and a college undergraduate .
good pm me and my husband whos currently working as a diver in cayman islands wanted to migrate in New Zealand. i also worked in Cayman for 8 yrs and presently here in the philippines. we have a child whos turning to 4 yrs old this July. Can i ask on how we can travel together in NZ? if not then only me and daughter. Let me know pls thanks.
Good pm.i am currently employed in a hotel here in the philippines in sales department for more than 10years of service but do not have relative in australia.can u possibly get working visa for new zealand?
Good day. I am michael trapsi currently employed as graphic designer here in riyadh saudi.hope there is a job application for the said position.thanks and God bless
Good day sir / mam,
Im rian taboada, im presently working here in grand turk inn, Grand turk, Turks and caicos island ( UK ). As an head chef.i hope theres a vacant position as a chef in new zealand. Thank you
Good morning sir/mam I am jayrold Antang I’m presently working in Saudi Arabia running 3 years in waiter international restaurant and also I have experience as a salesman in mall . I hope I’m qualified working in new Zealand.
Good day,Sir/Ma’am,
I am Renato Dy.Briguera,I’m presently working here in Brunei Darussalam as a baker/cake decorator for 20 yrs.I’m interested in working to New Zealand…thanks.
Good morning, Sir/Ma’am I’m ericson C.Valencia,I’m working in Saudi Arabia KSA as a baker/cake decorator for 7yrs up to present. I’m interested working to New Zealand. …Thanks
Dear Sir/ma’am I’m vicente c cabansag I’v been working n nz for 15 yrs.Sanford ltd.fishing vessel can I apply for recidence?I have nz cer.for mec.6-11392 phil.OIC engr.wacth E3-0043269 pls. advice?
Have a nice day mam sir my real name is marji decena im been working 4 yrs in kuwait
Good morning! Im Vic parcon jr! 15 yrs working in Dubai as a Demi chef De Partie- French Cuisine in Emirates Golf Club
Good day i currently working jeddah.here in jeddah as a security guard for 4years.im willing to work in Newzealand.thanks
Good day,
I’m Nonilon Abucay presently working here in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia since 2010 as a Mechanical Site Engineer. I’m interested in working in New Zealand with my family. I’m looking forward that there is job available and fit for me.
I am interested to work in new Zealand my first work in Philippines cabao center in Philippines more than 10years breeding & health my 2nd work al Maria Saudi Arabia 3years also breeder sheakhadan binsayid al ain ahbudabi UAE 3rd work al ain dairy farm ahbudabi UAE breeder 4th work Kuwait more than 1year antil now I am here feeder dairy farm also how to a skilled visa in new Zealand