Know Your Visa: Care Workforce – Work to Residence Visa
As part of a new series – Know Your Visa. Idesi Legal is highlighting different visa types which you may not know about, or which you might just qualify for. This week’s ‘Know Your Visa’ is the Care Workforce -Work to Residence Visa.
Who is this visa for?
The Care Workforce – Work to Residence is a pathway to Residence open to those who have worked in New Zealand for at least 24 months in a Care Workforce sector.
What is the Care Workforce
The following occupations and ANZSCO classifications are listed as part of the Care Workforce for the purposes of the Work to Residence Visa.
| Care Workforce |
| Kaiawhina (Hauora) (Maori Health Assistant) (411512) |
| Residential Care Officer (411715) |
| Nursing Support Worker (423312) |
| Therapy Aide (423314) |
| Diversional Therapist (411311) |
| Child or Youth Residential Care Assistant (423411) |
| Aged or Disabled Carer (423111) |
| Personal Care Assistant (423313) |
| Disabilities Services Officer (411712) |
How do I qualify?
To qualify for this residence visa have worked in New Zealand for at least 24 months in one of the above roles. Applicants must hold current employment or offer of employment in the Care Workforce. They must be earning at or above $28.25 per hour and work at least 30 hours per week. Most importantly the employer must be accredited.
You must also meet the usual health and character requirements of all residence class visas.
Can I bring my spouse and children?
Yes you can! Providing they also meet the health and character requirements.
Is it that easy?
No visa application is easy and you will need to provide evidence to back up your claim that you qualify for this visa. Ensure you get expert advice to ensure that your visa has the best chance of succeeding. The application fee for this visa is $4,290 (and set to rise to $6490 from 1 October 2024) – so a declined visa will be both disappointing and expensive.
Seek expert advice
If you think you qualify or have further questions about this visa, don’t hesitate to reach out to IDESI LEGAL for guidance and support.
Contact us today . If visiting our Auckland or Wellington office is not feasible, we offer online consultations. Call us at 044616018 to schedule a virtual meeting. We have extensive experience in New Zealand immigration law.
