13/02/2026
WORKING IN THE CARE WORKFORCE SECTOR? YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR NEW ZEALAND RESIDENCY!
If you are currently working in New Zealand’s Care Workforce Sector, you could qualify for Residency under the Care Workforce Work to Residence pathway.
Many dedicated care workers already meet the criteria — and simply don’t realise it.
✅ KEY REQUIREMENTS & DETAILS
✔ Work Experience Requirement
You must have worked in an approved care role in New Zealand for at least 24 months, within the 30 months immediately before applying.
✔ Eligible Roles May Include:
• Aged or Disabled Carer
• Nursing Support Worker
• Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
• Disability Services Officer
• Residential Care Officer
• Healthcare / Support Worker roles
(or other similar recognised care roles)
✔ Employer Requirement
You must have a job or job offer from an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer.
✔ Age Requirement
Applicants must be 55 years old or younger at the time of application.
✔ English Language Requirement
You must meet the required English standard.
✔ Pay Rate Requirement
Your wages must meet or exceed the Care Workforce residency pay threshold, generally aligned with rates under the
Support Workers (Pay Equity) Settlements Act 2017.
✨ WHY APPLY WITH JIMENEZ IMMIGRATION?
✔ Professional & personalised guidance
✔ FREE English Lessons for Signed Clients
✔ Flexible payment options – Down Payment + Monthly Instalments (NO interest!)
✔ Family Discounts & Repeat Client Discounts
✔ Access to other promotional offers
Residency is a life-changing opportunity — make sure you are not missing yours.
Jimenez Immigration
Your trusted partner on your New Zealand journey 🇳🇿