New Zealand Calling?
Make it happen
Work here. Live here. Build something here. Understand your options — then get matched with the right adviser or lawyer to make it happen.
What's your situation?
Start with your goal
Pick your situation below. We'll show you what's on the table — and what's not.
I want to work in NZ
Usually needs a job offer from an accredited employer. AEWV is the main route.
I want to live here permanently
Skilled Migrant, Green List, Straight to Residence. Your occupation matters a lot.
My partner or family is here
Partnership visa, Parent Retirement, Dependent Child. Timelines can be long.
I want to study in NZ
Student visa for fee-paying courses, some with work rights. Can lead to post-study work.
I'm an employer or investor
Accreditation, Job Check, Entrepreneur Resident Visa, Active Investor Plus.
My visa was declined or I'm stuck
IPT appeals, Section 61, PPI responses. Some situations have a remedy. Many don't.
Why visapilot
Straight answers. The right support.
Your new life in New Zealand deserves straight answers — which visa options exist for your situation and what they actually require. We give you that first, for free. When you're ready for proper advice, we match you with the right specialist — a licensed immigration adviser or immigration lawyer — based on what your case calls for.
Free before you commit
Visa guides, eligibility info, requirements — all free. Know your situation before you spend a dollar.
We'll be straight with you — always
Some situations have clear options. Others are more complex. We'll tell you what we know — and connect you with someone who can tell you the rest.
The right specialist for your situation
Tell us your situation. We match you with a licensed immigration adviser or lawyer who handles your type of case — not a generic contact form.
Your details stay private
We only share your contact info once someone accepts your request. You stay in control.
How it works
Your move to New Zealand in 3 steps
Most people go from uncertain to clear in under 30 minutes.
Know your options
Find your situation below. Read what each visa requires and whether your circumstances point in the right direction.
Tell us your situation
Chat with us about your goal, background, and timeline. We'll understand your situation and figure out what type of specialist you need.
Get connected — on your terms
We match you with a licensed immigration adviser or lawyer who handles your type of case. You decide when to reach out.
Example journeys
What the right support can look like
Illustrative scenarios based on common pathways — from understanding your options to getting approved.
“Someone stuck going in circles on the SMC points calculator for months — an adviser spots a Green List pathway they'd missed entirely, and the residence application moves quickly.”
Green List residence
Skilled migrant · Auckland
“An employer needs AEWV accreditation to hire from overseas — the right adviser flags every issue before INZ does, so it's approved on first submission.”
Employer accreditation
Business · Wellington
“A recent graduate who assumed their chances were slim — an adviser identifies a Post-Study Work pathway they were eligible for, and it changes everything.”
Post-study work pathway
Graduate · Christchurch
Illustrative examples representing common immigration pathways. They do not depict specific clients, and outcomes vary by individual circumstances. Visa Pilot provides general information only, not immigration advice.
Your new life in New Zealand starts here.
Tell us your situation. We'll match you with the right immigration adviser or lawyer — and tell you honestly if it's not the right moment.
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Immigration by city
Find support near you
Employer availability and visa demand varies by region. City guides show you the local picture.