The New Zealand PR Points Calculator 2018 is a point-based system that helps the Government of New Zealand to find potential migrants who can contribute to the economic growth of New Zealand. A point-based system is designed so that skillful overseas migrants who wish to migrate to New Zealand can apply and accordingly put their best to improve the economy and Industrial growth of New Zealand.
Candidates need to score the minimum of 100 points to be eligible to apply for Expression of Interest (EOI). But, to receive an invitation to apply candidates need to score higher points. The minimum points score may vary depending on the factors like time of a year, how many candidates are applying for the nominated occupation or the current status of occupation. If your expression of interest (EOI) receives positive results, you can apply for permanent residency visa program.
Factors like age, employment, work experience, qualification and any family member residing in New Zealand plays an essential role in the New Zealand point’s calculator.
Other than Points system factors, you have to meet all the below-given requirements in order to be eligible:
- Must meet health requirements
- Meet character requirements
- Be less than 55 of years
- Have proficient English language
- At least 100 points on points system to lodge an expression of interest (EOI)
The New Zealand points calculator 2018:
Factor- 1 Age
| Age | Points |
| 20-29 | 30 |
| 30-39 | 25 |
| 40-44 | 20 |
| 45-49 | 10 |
| 50-55 | 5 |
Factor-2 Family in New Zealand
| Close Family in New Zealand | 10 points |
Factor – 3 Employment
| Current Employment or Offer of Employment | Points |
| Having a job offer in New Zealand | 50 |
| Currently working in a skilled job in New Zealand for less than 1 year | 50 |
| Currently working in a skilled job in New Zealand for more than 1 year | 50 |
Employment bonus points
| Current Employment or Offer of Employment | Points |
| In an identified future growth area | 10 |
| In an area of absolute skills shortage | 10 |
| In a region outside Auckland | 30 |
| Partner/spouse has a skilled job or job offer. | 20 |
Factor – 4 Work experience in skilled employment
| Duration | Points |
| 2 years | 10 |
| 4 years | 15 |
| 6 years | 20 |
| 8 years | 25 |
| 10 years | 30 |
Bonus points for work experience in New Zealand
| Duration | Points |
| 1 year | 5 |
| 2 years | 10 |
| 3 years + | 15 |
Bonus points for work experience in an identified future growth area
| Duration | Points |
| 2-5 years | 10 |
| 6 years + | 15 |
Bonus points for work experience in an area of absolute skills shortage
| Duration | Points |
| 2-5 years | 10 |
| 6 years + | 15 |
Factor-5 Qualifications
| Qualification Level | Points |
| 4-6 (such as a trade qualification or diploma) | 40 |
| 7-8 (such as a Bachelor’s degree) | 50 |
| 9-10 (such as a Master’s degree or doctorate) | 60 |
Bonus points for qualifications
| Qualifications | Points |
| 2 years full-time study in New Zealand completing a Bachelor’s degree | 10 |
| 1 year of full-time study in New Zealand completing a post-graduate degree | 10 |
| 2 years of full-time study in New Zealand completing a post-graduate degree | 15 |
| Qualification in an identified future growth area | 10 |
| Qualification in an area of absolute skills shortage | 10 |
| Partner/spouse holds a level 4-6 qualification | 10 |
| Partner/spouse holds a level 7 qualification or higher | 20 |
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