Although the points-based assessment for skilled migrants is very clear on the New Zealand Immigration website, some people may still have questions . Today, we'll provide a detailed breakdown of the latest 2019 New Zealand skilled migrant points-based assessment to help you make informed decisions .5px;">” .5px;font-family:SimSun;font-size:15px;">
1. Age bonus
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age |
Fraction |
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20-39 years old |
30 |
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40-44 years old |
20 |
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45-50 years old |
10 |
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50-55 years old |
5 |
Key points:
1. When we calculate age points, we calculate age in full years. For example, if you are over 40 years old when you submit your EOI application , then your score will be 20 points.
2. The maximum acceptable age for skilled migration is 55 years old. This means that you can still apply for New Zealand skilled migration if you are under 56 years old; after that...On your 56th birthday, New Zealand's skilled migration program has closed its doors to you.5px;font-family:SimSun;font-size:15px;">
Second: Bonus points for work
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My job is on the long-term shortage skills list. |
10 |
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My work is outside of Auckland. |
30 |
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My compensation is above the high salary standard. |
20 |
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I have a local technical job in New Zealand. |
50 |
Key points:
3. Having a New Zealand job or a job offer in New Zealand can add 50 points, but the job must meet the assessment criteria required by ANZSCO and the corresponding salary requirements: that is, for jobs at ANZSCO levels 1-3 , the salary requirement is...$25 NZD / hour; For jobs rated 4-5 by ANZSCO , or for which no corresponding job is available, the salary requirement is $37.5.5px;font-family:宋体;box-sizing:border-box !important;word-wrap:break-word !important;">NZD /Important."> Hours.
4. Additional points can be awarded for the other three categories of skilled employment. For example, my job is an IT engineer, and my employment is on the long-term shortage list, so I get 10 points. My job is outside Auckland, so I get an additional 30 points. My salary is over $50/ hour, so I get an extra 20 points.With the addition of points for my basic work, plus 50 points for my basic work, my score for work is 110 points.5px;font-family:SimSun;font-size:15px;">
Three: Bonus points for the main applicant's academic qualifications
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Education |
Score |
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I have a New Zealand-recognized NZQA Level 3-6 qualification . |
40 |
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I have a New Zealand-recognized NZQA Level 7-8 qualification . |
50 |
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I have a New Zealand-recognized NZQA Level 9-10 qualification . |
70 |
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Additional points for New Zealand local qualifications (highest score will be awarded). |
Score |
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I am studying full-time in New Zealand for at least two years on a Level 7 undergraduate degree program. |
10 |
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I am studying full-time in New Zealand for a one- year postgraduate course at levels 8-10. |
10 |
|
I am studying full-time in New Zealand for a 2- year postgraduate course at level 9-10. |
15 |
Key points:
5. Almost all Chinese accredited university degrees are recognized, including self-study and adult education degrees. However, some schools are exempt from recognition by the New Zealand Quality Association (NZQA), while others require certification. Those who need certification can check the NZQA website. If a degree is not on the NZQA exemption list, it needs to be certified by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority first.
4. Bonus points for skills and work experience
|
Skills working hours |
Score |
|
2 years |
10 |
|
4 years |
20 |
|
6 years |
30 |
|
8 years |
40 |
|
10 years |
50 |
|
Work experience is a plus (and can be accumulated). |
Score |
|
I have one year of work experience in New Zealand. |
10 |
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I have experience working on long-term shortage lists. |
|
|
2-5 years |
10 |
|
6 years or more |
15 |
Key points:
6. Many people say that the New Zealand Immigration Service does not recognize Chinese work experience. The fact is that many applicants do not have evidence of their Chinese work experience, such as no bank statements, no social security certificates, no personal income tax certificates, only a thin employment certificate. From the perspective of the New Zealand Immigration Service, such employment certificates are certainly not convincing enough.
5. Spouse Bonus Points
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Spouse bonus points |
Score |
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My spouse has a local job in New Zealand. |
20 |
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My spouse has an accredited NZQA Level 7-8 qualification. |
10 |
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My spouse has an accredited NZQA Level 9-10 qualification. |
20 |
Key points:
7. If you need your spouse to add points for you, your spouse must meet the basic requirement of IELTS 6.5, otherwise you will not be able to get any of the above points.
8. You and your spouse need to have been together for at least 12 months.
In summary, the above outlines the five main areas for points accumulation for New Zealand's skilled migration program. Points for age and education are straightforward and rarely confusing. For points related to skilled work and experience, as well as the various supporting documents required for spousal relationships, it is recommended that you consult professionals directly to obtain the most accurate skills points assessment and immigration planning.
