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… Driving in New Zealand may be different to what you are used to. You must … mean and how to drive safely before you start driving in New Zealand. You can find out more in the New Zealand Road …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/who-can-drive-in-new-zealandFinding your Kiwi home
… When you first move to New Zealand, your top priority will be choosing a place to base … find a huge choice of housing, from semi-rural retreats in regional New Zealand to apartment living in the heart of …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/finding-your-kiwi-homeMechanical engineer moves from UK to New Zealand
… Hamza working as a Mechanical Engineer for Beca. Auckland, New Zealand "I'm 25 and I didn't want to spend this stage of my … saving," says Hamza. “I knew how busy I would have been in the Middle East, and I decided I wanted a better work/life …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/mechanical-engineer-moves-from-uk-to-new-zealandFull of smiling faces
… Three years ago Jeya was seeking ‘peace and harmony’ and a new country that could foster his career and embrace his family. He found New Zealand on the internet. “I didn’t know anything about New … scholarship at Massey University and complete his PhD in Soil Science. Six months later his wife Vaithehi and two …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/full-of-smiling-facesProtecting your family from disease
… and take longer to fight infections. All vaccines offered in New Zealand are tested thoroughly and monitored for safety. …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/protecting-your-family-from-diseaseMechanical engineer loving New Zealand's outdoor lifestyle
… Chris. “I’d done some weekend racing when I was l working in London, but when I first came to New Zealand on holiday in 2009 I discovered sailing was …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/mechanical-engineer-loving-new-zealands-outdoor-lifestyleQuantity surveyor moves to New Zealand
… “In South Africa, there are a great number of challenges which … part of everyday life – you are in survival mode. In New Zealand, there are fewer challenges and you are expected to …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/quantity-surveyor-moves-to-new-zealandBuying a home
… you. Types of homes There are many types of homes for sale in New Zealand. It is helpful to understand the terms used most …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/buying-a-homeWorking in New Zealand as a civil engineer
… with their first son soon after Jeff accepted a job in Christchurch, in New Zealand’s South Island. “Discovering we were about to have a …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/working-in-new-zealand-as-a-civil-engineerWhere city and nature meet
… When Lelde Kukle first went into New Zealand shops, she found the shopkeepers a bit strange. “They … me such a question. And then I realised that it is common in New Zealand. People are really friendly and helpful here. …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/where-city-and-nature-meetParenting in New Zealand
… Help is at hand if parenting becomes overwhelming. In New Zealand there are free or low-cost support services available …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/parenting-in-new-zealandExciting opportunities for civil engineers in New Zealand
… After 10 days in Raglan, which is a world-class surfing destination on the … on industrial and commercial developments, and helped make New Zealand’s roading network safer and more resilient. “I now …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/exciting-opportunities-for-civil-engineers-in-new-zealandThe place they call home
… After trialling life in several different countries, Brazilians Marcel and … world. For Brazilian-born Marcel and his wife Nathalie, New Zealand's lifestyle lured them to settle here instead of …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/the-place-they-call-homePsychiatrist Vikram moves to New Zealand
… several English-speaking countries, the family chose New Zealand. “Sharon and I have a sense of adventure, and we … to the beach. “All of those things have happened for us in New Zealand.” Flexible thinking Vikram came to New Zealand …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/psychiatrist-vikram-moves-to-new-zealandFrom skiing to surfing
… "I would definitely recommend that people who are new to New Zealand look into where they want to live based on their lifestyle " Lindsey Shaw The man she fell in love with is now her New Zealand husband and they live in …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/from-skiing-to-surfingInsurance in New Zealand - a guide for migrants
… Moving to a new country can be a stressful and costly exercise, so gain … unexpected. There are many different types of insurance in New Zealand and it may be different from what you are used to. …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/insurance-in-new-zealand-a-guide-for-migrantsOwning a cat
… and de-sexed (if not used for breeding) keep your cat in good physical health feed your cat suitable food and give … different stages of life. The commercial cat food sold in New Zealand supermarkets and vets is specially designed to meet …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/owning-a-catSoftware engineer moves from the UK to New Zealand
… Jon, who moved to Christchurch in February 2017, says he was used to working long hours until he moved to New Zealand. “I have a tendency to work until I get tired, but at …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/software-engineer-moves-from-the-uk-to-new-zealandJust the right lifestyle
… wife, Jackie Neville, were keen to leave Manchester for a new lifestyle but they had three children to consider. Holidays in Croatia were great but migrating there didn’t seem … that could eat you. In 2007 the family went to a New Zealand Expo in Manchester. “It seemed just right,” Jackie …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/just-the-right-lifestyleNew life an adventure
… migrating after Patrick’s sister and her husband moved to New Zealand several years ago. After visiting them, Patrick was almost convinced. Back in the Netherlands, a routine visit to a crowded supermarket …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/new-life-an-adventureFamily move from South Africa to Wellington
… seem an ideal place for Belinda Naudé. Belinda was born in Zimbabwe and lived in sun-baked South Africa for 25 years. … city’s famous wind blows her hair about. She moved to New Zealand from Pretoria for a better quality of life and to …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/family-move-from-south-africa-to-wellingtonSoftware engineer Elise moves to New Zealand
… Elise was working as a software engineer in Philadelphia when she signed up for job notifications on the New Zealand government’s immigration website. She was sent a …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/software-engineer-elise-moves-to-new-zealandPsychiatrist moves from UK to New Zealand
… “I loved working in acute psychiatry, but was considering retraining in … a better personal and professional life ahead of her in New Zealand. “Our quality of life has improved infinitely since …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/psychiatrist-moves-from-uk-to-new-zealandSurveying new horizons
… and her husband decided that they would try to emigrate to New Zealand instead so they can all be together. Zavinee’s husband Prashantha came to New Zealand in September 2008 as a visitor to explore opportunities for …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/surveying-new-horizonsSonographer moves from Chicago to New Zealand
… Karen Crowley at Castle Hill “New Zealand was a country I always wanted to travel to because I … know work/life balance would be so important and accepted in New Zealand. “I was really surprised that Kiwis just …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/sonographer-moves-from-chicago-to-new-zealandWhich documents do I need?
… Documents for visa applications When applying for most New Zealand visas, you will need to provide evidence that you … Good health : medical certificate as evidence you are in good health Good character : police certificate(s) as …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/which-documents-do-i-needLINKZ magazine
… from recent migrants about their experiences settling into New Zealand and practical information about living in New Zealand. First produced by Immigration New Zealand in …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/linkz-magazineNew opportunities for sonographers in New Zealand
… Tongariro Alpine Crossing “We settled on New Zealand because of the landscape and the outdoors and how … out to be the right decision. Dani and Klint arrived in New Zealand in November 2016, and Dani says they’ve never …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/new-opportunities-for-sonographers-in-new-zealandAn international family
… Getting out and about and joining in with things has helped the family to feel part of the … family. The decision to leave the army after 31 years gave new freedom to the family. They had reached a stage where … to do it, we would not have come.” The family chose New Zealand for several reasons, including the fact that it …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/an-international-familyA marriage of career and lifestyle
… Ilena and Andrea considered several working in several countries, and fell in love with New Zealand Ilena Isak and Andrea Stocchero honeymooned in New …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/a-marriage-of-career-and-lifestyleCarribean Vet moves to Hamilton
… While holidaying in New Zealand in 2013, Aurore Scordino received three job offers without …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/carribean-vet-moves-to-hamiltonDeveloper programmer moves to New Zealand
… was created by independent digital agency Springload, also in Wellington, he thought it sounded like a cool place to … Stuart. Stuart and his fiancée, Teri Milton, arrived in New Zealand in August 2016. Doing good work Stuart, who was named …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/developer-programmer-moves-to-new-zealand