Use our indicative Skilled Migrant Category points calculator
to understand how your qualification, income, registration and
New Zealand skilled work experience may contribute towards the
6-point requirement.
Check your points
Check if you have enough points to be invited to apply.
You need 6 points in total.
You must still meet all requirements and provide evidence
in your visa application.
Skill category
Select the skill category you are claiming points for
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Did you get your qualification at an educational
institution in New Zealand?
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What is your qualification?
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Is your qualification on the List of Qualifications
Exempt from Assessment (LQEA)?
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Select your qualification
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How much are you earning?
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What type of registration do you have?
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Skilled work experience in New Zealand
You may be able to claim additional points for skilled
work experience in New Zealand.
YOUR ESTIMATED SCORE
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/ 6
Important:
This is an indicative calculator for website use.
A minimum of 6 points is required under the
Skilled Migrant Category points pathway, but meeting
the points requirement does not by itself guarantee
an invitation or visa approval.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR SCORE
How the Points System Works
Your points can come from one main skill category and,
where applicable, skilled work experience in New Zealand.
01
Qualification
Points may be available based on the level of your
recognised New Zealand or overseas qualification.
02
Income
Higher skilled employment income may provide
different points depending on the applicable
SMC wage threshold.
03
Registration
Certain New Zealand occupational registrations
can provide points depending on the registration
requirements.