Points Calculator


You currently need 100 accreditation points for your application can be considered in the 'expression of interest' phase of processing. This figure is determined by the New Zealand Immigration Service and may be changed as their needs, policy and legislation mandate.

Age:

    * 20 - 29 years of age 30 points
    * 30 - 39 years of age 25 points
    * 40 - 44 years of age 20 points
    * 45 - 49 years of age 10 points
    * 50 - 55 years of age 5 points

Employment in New Zealand:

    * Currently employed in a Skilled Occupation in New Zealand for at least 12 months: 60 points
    * Offer of Skilled employment in New Zealand or employment in Skilled occupation for less than 12 Months: 50 points.

Skilled occupations lists change over time. A definition of a particular skill may need the process of submissions and clarifications in order to obtain the categorization needed. Occupation titles vary from country to country.

Employment Location:

    * Identified future growth area or area of skill shortage 5 points
    * Region outside Auckland 10 points
    * Spouse/partner employment or offer of employment 10 points

Relevant Work Experience:

    * 2 years 10 points
    * 4 years 15 points
    * 6 years 20 points
    * 8 years 25 points
    * 10 years 30 points

Additional New Zealand Work experience:

    * 2 to 5 years 5 points
    * 6 or more year 10 points

Qualifications:

    * Recognized basic employment (e.g. the trades, technical, diploma, bachelors degree etc) 50 points
    * Recognized post-graduate (Masters degree or Doctorate) 55 points

Bonus Points:

    * Recognized N.Z. qualification (at least two years study in NZ) 10 points
    * Qualification in an identified future growth area, identified cluster or area of absolute skill shortage 5 points
    * Spouse / partner qualifications 10 points