There are various resident visas in New Zealand. Holders of some work visas, including South Island Contribution Work, can apply for a resident visa. South Island Contribution Resident Visa helps South Island Contribution work visa holders live permanently in New Zealand and enjoy many benefits such as working and studying.
If you want to know what a South Island Contribution Resident visa, how to apply? What documents must be submitted, what fees must be paid, follow the next paragraphs.
What is a South Island Contribution Resident Visa?
Those with South Island Contribution Work can apply for this visa if they have been working in the same industry for two years after receiving their work visa. It can be said that the validity of this visa is unlimited, and its holders can work, live, and study in New Zealand. Note that you can only work in the area nominated on your South Island Contribution Work Visa. Another benefit of this permission is that you can bring your family members to New Zealand under this visa.
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What are the requirements for obtaining the South Island Contribution Resident Visa?
This visa does not have very complicated requirements. If you want to get South Island Contribution Resident Visa, just pay attention to the following tips:
- You must provide two acceptable photographs, a passport or a certified copy of it, and a birth certificate (or a copy of it) as your identity documents.
- To prove your good health, you should do a medical examination and chest x-ray.
- You must present a police certificate to prove your good character. This certificate is required for all people aged 17 and older. To receive this certificate, you must refer to one of the following:
- Your country of citizenship
- A country where you have been for a year or more during the last ten years
For details on a police certificate, visit the New Zealand Immigration website. Remember that the police certificate must be in English and not more than six months from the date of issue.
- You need to have at least two years of employment experience on a South Island Contribution visa. So:
- You must already have a South Island Contribution Work visa.
- You must have at least two years of work experience in the industry and region recorded in the South Island Contribution Work visa.
- Your employer must not be included on the list of non-compliant employers.
- You must have an ongoing job under a South Island Contribution Work visa. When you apply for this resident visa, you must have your current job or have a job offer with the following characteristics:
- Full time and paid by salary or wages
- Continuous, sustainable, and genuine job offer (your job offer must be permanent for at least two years)
- Your job offer must be in the region recorded on the South Island Contribution Work Visa.
- Your employer must comply with immigration and employment laws and not be on the list of non-compliant employers maintained by the Labor Inspectorate.
As mentioned, you can also bring your family members to New Zealand under this visa. Therefore, family members should also be able to meet the requirements related to character and health. Evidence such as birth and marriage certificates are also required to prove the relationship. If you have a work visa, your child will be automatically considered dependent when applying for a South Island Contribution Resident visa.
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How to apply for this visa?
First, you need to prepare the documents you need based on the previous description.
You must then complete the visa application form and submit it with the supporting documents.
New Zealand Immigration will review your application. You may be asked to submit more documents if needed. If you are in New Zealand and intend to apply for this visa, your current visa must be valid. Otherwise, you must first apply for a temporary visa.
If you still haven’t applied for a work visa, you are not able to apply for contribution residence.
What is the processing time of this visa?
90% of the submitted applications will be processed and completed within 14 months.
How much does it cost to apply for the South Island Contribution Resident Visa?
The application fee for this visa is NZD 1800. This fee is non-refundable. This means that even if your visa application is approved by the New Zealand Immigration Office, the amount will not be refunded to you.
Can you currently apply for a South Island Contribution Resident Visa?
According to Immigration New Zealand, which is responsible for border control, issuing travel visas, and managing immigration, applicants cant apply for the program. The application is closed until further notice. If you already have the visa and want to reapply or renew it, you are allowed to do it. Otherwise, the application is closed.
COVID-19 updates
From November 1, all foreign nationals need full vaccination to enter New Zealand. You also need a negative COVID-19 test result most often for entering the country.
When you arrive in the country, 14 days of isolation is mandatory.
Let’s sum up…
We explained the South Island Contribution Resident Visa application process and the details you need to know in the previous sections. Other sections of the Visa Library website provide information on other New Zealand visas as well as visas from other countries.
How did you get your South Island Contribution Resident Visa? If you have experience in obtaining this visa, you can tell us your story. In this way, our other readers can also benefit from your unique experiences and make better decisions in the visa application process.
FAQs
How long is a South Island Contribution Resident Visa valid for?
Its validity is unlimited.
Does it allow me to bring my family?
Yes, you may bring your family to this residence.
Is it necessary to pass a medical test?
Yes, you go through a medical test and chest x-ray.
Can I apply for the program at the moment?
Right now, it is closed until further notice.
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I have applied for South Island Contribution Resident Visa, but as I have changed my job three times this year, I don’t think it will be issued.
is it likely to come again sometime soon in 2021 ?
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