Exciting news for partners of student visa holders in New Zealand! The government has updated the Green List, allowing partners of students studying specified level 7 or 8 qualifications to apply for a work rights visa with open conditions. This significant change offers new opportunities for work and living in New Zealand.
Key Changes to the Green List
The Green List has been expanded to include the main Bachelor degrees and Bachelor Honours qualifications that lead to registration for certain occupations. These occupations require registration instead of New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) qualifications. Consequently, students pursuing these registration qualifications can now support their partner’s application for a Partner of a Student Work Visa.
Benefits of the Partner of a Student Work Visa
A Partner of a Student Work Visa allows you to work in New Zealand if your partner is studying an eligible level 7 or 8 qualification or any level 9 or 10 qualification. This visa not only grants you the right to work but also the opportunity to study in New Zealand.
Eligibility Requirements for a Partner of a Student Work Visa
To qualify for a Partner of a Student Work Visa, you must meet the following criteria:
- You must be in good health and of good character.
- You must intend to meet the conditions of your visa.
- You must be living together with your partner in a genuine relationship.
- Your partner must be eligible to support your application and of good character.
- You must have sufficient funds to support yourself in New Zealand.
Understanding New Zealand Qualifications Framework
New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF) qualifications are assigned levels ranging from 1 to 10, reflecting the difficulty of the learning involved. This framework helps to ensure that qualifications are nationally and internationally recognized.
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