New Zealand skilled migration policy changes

1. New Zealand skilled migration policy changes

1. The immigration quota for the next two years will be announced. The first news released by Immigration New Zealand is likely to be the government's immigration quota plan for the next two years. Some types of immigrants are likely to set a ceiling, such as spouse immigration.

2. The new ANZSCO occupational classification standard will take effect in the middle of the year.

To apply for skilled migration to New Zealand, you need to reach the median income of New Zealand 1.5 times. Immigration will assess the income level.

3. The salary threshold for skilled immigrants is about to increase.

The salary threshold of 1-3 in ANZSCO's occupation list is NZD 25.50 per hour; For occupations in grades 4-5, the corresponding salary threshold is NZD 38.25 per hour.

① I don't want to give up my China citizenship, but I can't meet the requirements of immigration supervision for a long time. I just need a permanent visa-New Zealand's permanent visa is free to come and go.

② Being older, it is not advantageous to apply for skilled immigrants from Canada and Australia-New Zealand skilled immigrants only need to be under 55 years old at the time of application.

(3) There is a certain amount of capital reserve, pursuing rural life, and the climate is like spring all the year round-the total population of New Zealand is only 4.7 million, and the air is much fresher in an instant.

4 Willing to get an offer from a local employer in New Zealand first, or to study in New Zealand first-applying for skilled immigrants in New Zealand can add a lot of points to your New Zealand education and qualified employer offer.

2. Introduction of New Zealand Employer's Guarantee

New Zealand employers sponsor immigrants, which are suitable for professional occupations at present. Applicants who are engaged in IT/ business/management occupations can apply for skilled immigrants in New Zealand directly.

On the other hand, those applicants whose majors are not right, or whose occupations are not well matched with employers, and whose IELTS is not enough, are more suitable for studying in New Zealand to save the country.

In addition, whether it is sponsored by New Zealand employers or immigrants studying abroad, applicants can also choose the "Skilled Immigration Through Train" project-combining the house purchase project with employer sponsorship/immigrants studying abroad, which can not only obtain considerable and stable investment income, but also immigrate to New Zealand by the way.

Buying real estate directly arranges internal employers, that is, buying a house and sending it to employers! The applicant can not only get a net return, but also get an annual salary of around NZ $50,000, which can cover the applicant's resignation, and the applicant can also choose to sell the property later.

3. New Zealand entrepreneurial immigration application

Q 1: screening to meet the requirements of IELTS 4 score of 120.

In addition to investment funds, it is also necessary to explain the legal source of investment funds; At least three years experience in enterprise management; Good health and no criminal record; Convince the business immigration officer that the applicant is really interested in starting a business in New Zealand.

Q2: Can I apply even if I don't know English?

English level must be an IELTS average of 4 (Grade G). About equivalent to the English level of Grade One in China.

Q3: What is the minimum investment?

Invest at least 100000 NZD, but the greater the investment, the higher the score. In general, the comprehensive score should meet the scoring requirements of 120.

Q4: How long can I get permanent residence after getting a work visa?

Applicants who invest less than 500,000 yuan need to successfully run their business for two years, and applicants who invest more than 500,000 yuan need to successfully run their business for more than half a year. You can apply for permanent residency with a two-year residence visa.

Q5: Can I get a green card after two years of immigration?

Whether you can successfully apply for entrepreneur immigration depends on whether the applicant meets the policy requirements:

1) has successfully established business in New Zealand as planned;

2) This business is beneficial to New Zealand.

Q6: What is a business plan?

A business plan is a plan to establish a business in New Zealand. The business plan has four parts, namely: (1) business plan, (2) financial information, (3) business experience and (4) understanding of the New Zealand market.

Q7: What do you mean by establishing business and benefiting New Zealand?

The successful establishment of enterprises in New Zealand refers to the establishment or purchase or full investment of enterprises operating in New Zealand. In addition, the principal applicant himself has been employed by the enterprise for at least two years. Adequate investment means buying 25% or more shares in a company. The criterion for judging whether a business is beneficial to New Zealand is that a business can be regarded as beneficial to New Zealand if it promotes the economic growth of New Zealand.

4. Advantages of New Zealand Venture Capital Immigrants

Although New Zealand has a small population, its own characteristics and advantages are very conducive to the export and investment of China enterprises. New Zealand's main tax laws are relatively simple and clear in structure, operating smoothly, and the new tariffs are generally low. Their import policies are also looser than those of other countries. For China enterprises, this is a means to encourage them to seek business opportunities in New Zealand. In addition, New Zealand is a member of the club of developed countries, with a per capita gross national product close to $30,000. New Zealand's traditional relations with Australia and South Pacific island countries have expanded New Zealand's import market. The influx of immigrants has promoted the economic development of New Zealand and expanded the demand for imported goods. The development of tourism promotes the consumption of imported goods. At present, although China's commodities have occupied a considerable share in the new market, there is still great potential to be tapped.

1, the business environment is very good.

New Zealand has a free economy. Domestic and foreign-funded enterprises are treated equally, and there is no differential treatment policy such as taxation and loans. Flexible mechanism and market orientation; The cost of assets is competitive in the Pacific, the free flow of capital is unimpeded, a single tax system is implemented, the R&D cost 100% is tax-free, and the average tariff is the lowest in the world. At the same time, the New Zealand government also provides strategic investment funds, R&D funds and employee training subsidies to eligible enterprises to attract foreign investment. New Zealand is rated as the easiest country to do business by the World Bank, and its business environment is much higher than the average level of OECD countries. Ranked 15 in international trade, it takes 8 days for New Zealand to export normal goods, while the average time for OECD countries is 12.6 days. Ranked fourth in contract execution. It takes an average of 50 days for New Zealand to enforce the contract by legal means, while it takes 226 days for OECD countries. Ranked fourth in establishing a company. It only takes 12 days to set up a company in New Zealand, while it takes 19.5 days on average in OECD countries.

2. The trade pattern is simple.

New Zealand liberalizes imports. Its trade practice follows the usual international practice, that is, the buyer and the seller reach an agreement through consultation, which is binding on both parties and ensures the smooth performance of the contract. In addition, most New Zealand businessmen use cash transactions, and sometimes they use flexible methods such as bookkeeping, joint venture and consignment according to the actual situation. Wool is a major export commodity, which is sold by a relatively special auction. New Zealand is a free financial market. Overseas investors' funds can freely enter and exit without restrictions. According to the business practice in New Zealand, the transaction is based on the principle of fairness, and once the price is put forward, it cannot be changed.

In recent years, the population of China has grown rapidly, accounting for nearly two-thirds of the total population in Asia. As most China people immigrated to New Zealand through business investment or technology, they brought a lot of technology and capital to the region. At present, China people's economic activities in New Zealand have expanded from traditional projects to computers, clothing, farms, real estate, import and export trade and other markets. While paying attention to the New Zealand market, domestic enterprises can also use these China resources to expand the New Zealand market more smoothly.