Immigration Categories > Silver Fern
Silver Fern Policy
The Silver Fern Job Search policy will allow people to enter New Zealand for nine months to search for skilled employment. There will be a limit of 300 places per year.
To be eligible an applicant must:
- apply using the online application system
- be outside of New Zealand
- be aged between 20 and 35
- hold a recognised qualification, either a:
- bachelor degree or higher, or
- trade qualification and a minimum of two years’ work experience in that trade
- meet the English Language requirement as set out in the Skilled Migrant Category
- have enough funds to support themselves during their stay.
Practical Experience Visa
A holders of Silver Fern Job Search Visas who successfully find skilled employment in New Zealand may apply for a Silver Fern Practical Experience Visa. This will allow them to work in that employment for up to two years.
To be eligible an applicant must:
- hold a Silver Fern Job Search Visa
- have an offer of skilled employment as defined under the Skilled Migrant Category
- hold occupational registration if it is required for the job.