Get in the queue
The processing time for an essential skill work visa is 25 days according to the Immigration NZ website. Unfortunately, that has been pushed out.
The processing time for an essential skill work visa is 25 days according to the Immigration NZ website. Unfortunately, that has been pushed out to between two and three months right now with some employers reporting they have waited up to 5 months.
If you’re in a hurry come and see us and we can help navigate the system efficiently.
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