Is immigrating to New Zealand getting harder?

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  • Опубліковано 17 лис 2024

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  • @bux4223
    @bux4223 3 місяці тому +11

    I usually do not comment on UA-cam often however I think it's fair people know what there getting into. I did full research before arriving in nz and was on the residency pathway when I arrived close to 2 years ago however the immigration fully changed 8 months ago and now I am not on the list. Immigration literally changes ever few weeks, making things harder each time and with the government saying its also to prevent exploitation. I'm south african and working in Nz for close to 2 years. I'm nzqa level 7 with years of experience. It does not matter how hard you work or the amount you contribute to the economy, the bottom line is you are not welcome. You will be explioted if you even manage to get a job now. It is expensive to immigrate so you cannot just leave. 99.99% of jobs are only for residents and citizens with the recession things are worse. Immigration keeps making changes continously and is very unstable for immigrants. The time frame for imigrants making it a life here has passed. Only if you are in very specialised medical fields and engineering I would say look into it however it is still a huge risk. Nz is absolutely beautiful I encourage visiting for a holiday but not for immigranting.

    • @ashjoshi8094
      @ashjoshi8094 2 місяці тому

      We would love to visit NZ, will I have to wear a tee with I AM JUST A TOURIST sign to feel safe and welcome?? I’m brown American citizen

    • @Kiwiamericans
      @Kiwiamericans  2 дні тому

      @@bux4223 interesting feedback... I have not heard this from many so this is interesting... do you currently have no pathway to residency?

  • @JKVisFX
    @JKVisFX 7 місяців тому +14

    I have been studying New Zealand for a few months now and it looks very appealing, much more so than here in the US. Also, it is just a flat-out amazingly beautiful place. I've been watching a whole lot of road trip and train cab ride videos which seems to really show off the countryside of NZ very well. It also seems that NZ is much more Western European in it's approach to governance, policy and societally than the hyper consumerist, capitalist, gun-ridden, dog-eat-dog society that is the US. I long to live in a calmer, more egalitarian, more humanist society like New Zealand. Also, the climate looks to be very much like the kind of climate I enjoy the most. Alas, I am way too old now (61yo) and work in a very competitive field, computer-based CGI/Motion Graphics/and video post production. I work freelance since that is how most of this industry works here in the US and it suits me best since I like working remotely in my home studio/office. Perhaps I will at least be able to visit someday.

    • @Justyburger
      @Justyburger 7 місяців тому +2

      If you have enough funds to self support, you might be able to retire here. Check the categories for residency. It's worth a look. Some countries do have that option if you are financially secure. I understand what you are saying about the U.S, but at least you have 50 States to choose from. Some of them are equally as stunningly beautiful as NZ. If you don't end up moving here, you can still find your perfect retirement spot. Maybe it's Florida or maybe it's Idaho? It's out there. But...definitely take your trip out here and include Australia as well, if you can. Even if it's just a few days in Sydney. I moved out here to NZ over 20 years ago, from the UK. I had also lived in Australia and loved it over there. But I also love NZ. I certainly don't regret leaving England.

    • @JKVisFX
      @JKVisFX 6 місяців тому +2

      @@Justyburger Thanks. Unfortunately, I live on disability so, not financially self-sufficient.

    • @teevis3620
      @teevis3620 6 місяців тому +1

      Drop everything and go book your air fares now.
      Seeing as it will be your first visit... l should warn you in advance that total strangers will 'off the bat' start talking to you. Don't be alarmed at their quirky sense of humor and inquisitive outgoing friendliness.
      Well...what are you staring at... times a waiting. get on it.
      See you in the coming summer 👌

  • @lizzthatvegan1207
    @lizzthatvegan1207 6 місяців тому +5

    I'm loving these updates! Thank you so much!

  • @NicoleT-d7k
    @NicoleT-d7k 7 місяців тому +7

    This is so helpful. It really simplifies the new policy changes and helps make sense of it all. So good.

  • @OnlyWaterInTheForest
    @OnlyWaterInTheForest 6 місяців тому +3

    I would be interested in a webinar, depending on the price point and usefulness of the information. I definitely feel overwhelmed reading through the NZ immigration website. It's well organized, but it's just A LOT of course. I keep finding that on every topic, I have "what if" questions which the authors obviously can't possibly include answers to. I have only US citizenship and I have always wanted to try living in NZ.

    • @Kiwiamericans
      @Kiwiamericans  6 місяців тому

      Well you have come to the right place! Once you are ready to get serious about the move.. join my community www.kiwiamericans.com/new-zealand-training-hub

    • @N.Kelvyn
      @N.Kelvyn 3 місяці тому

      Dont bother

  • @bboyshinoda10
    @bboyshinoda10 3 місяці тому

    Very informative . Thanks for sharing 🙏

  • @MarlienMasqtec
    @MarlienMasqtec 7 місяців тому +3

    Please do the webinar PLEASE I'm in South Africa and I have a very interesting question

  • @ReneePrice-g5g
    @ReneePrice-g5g 6 місяців тому +24

    They make it sound like New Zealanders don't want to work!! We are out there struggling to find work that anyone will give to us!! tell the truth.

    • @davidsanelivi6472
      @davidsanelivi6472 6 місяців тому +5

      My son born here in NZ 18 very hard for him to find a job

    • @ReneePrice-g5g
      @ReneePrice-g5g 6 місяців тому +2

      @@davidsanelivi6472 When I was 18 I was studying to be a farm hand and did work experience on weekends and studied weekdays. It's so difficult to get a job in this country, I don't know how people end up with long term jobs either when they need to learn new skills elsewhere.

    • @jenniferd6069
      @jenniferd6069 5 місяців тому

      Exactly, and many of us don’t want immigration.

    • @backwardsbandit8094
      @backwardsbandit8094 5 місяців тому +1

      This is true. The job market in NZ is an absolute trainwreck these days. Most of our employers want to see training that you've already been given by someone else, seemingly not realising that every business has the exact same idea, which locks people out of entering their first long term job. More broadly, a lot of employers are adopting a rather elitist attitude and expecting higher and higher education out of kiwi workers - even for minimum wage jobs, which is statistically punching well above the reality of the average kiwi.
      Even once you get a minimum wage job, they want you for 2-3 days a week, sometimes on whatever day they feel like, at whatever time. This is not paying rent, and being on standby 24/7 makes people want to quit sooner than they ought to. People aren't being paid to be "on call" but they're also sure as hell not covering rent, bills and food for one person, let alone a family.
      It's no wonder our population is dwindling. Spending adulthood jumping from flat to flat, trying to escape never-ending rent hikes for lower quality housing, barely securing a room for yourself let alone anyone else, isn't exactly letting people feel settled down enough to get married and start a family. The job market being this asinine, especially post-Covid has only made it worse by tenfold.

    • @pkmuhammedhisan
      @pkmuhammedhisan 3 місяці тому

      You should move to Dubai and work for Dubai sheikhs​@@backwardsbandit8094

  • @AbhinavSharma-nc1cg
    @AbhinavSharma-nc1cg 6 місяців тому +1

    Very informative content.

  • @ladykiwius
    @ladykiwius 6 місяців тому +2

    The reason is to stop low skill workers because low skill workers come here and work at places like McDonald's or fish n chip shops etc, where these jobs our children would do as part time or after school jobs which would give them experience and then they could move on to other jobs. But now they are full of low skilled immigrants who stay at these jobs and then it closes the opportunities for NZ kids, who now find it hard to fit in to the NZ job market.

    • @hwolfART
      @hwolfART 5 місяців тому

      Yes true, it will help if those immigrant work in careworker/support work where more and always understaffed, take a bit of learning to achieve the cert but still doable imo...

  • @GoodbyeCruelWorld
    @GoodbyeCruelWorld 6 місяців тому

    I have an MA and BS and a background in social services and have not been hired in NZ. I’m American.

  • @remiewatkins8032
    @remiewatkins8032 7 місяців тому +2

    Thanks great info good job

  • @albertopsi75
    @albertopsi75 6 місяців тому +1

    Hi Tara. Good to see you team up with Paul. I am in the process of relocating and wanted to know if your private groups are mostly composed by Americans... I am Brazilian but have lived in the US, but am curious if there are other nationalities. I say this because a lot of your videos are aimed at Americans. Keep up the great work!

    • @Kiwiamericans
      @Kiwiamericans  6 місяців тому +2

      My community has alot of Americans but it is not only for them. It is there for anyone moving to New Zealand!

  • @deewalker6047
    @deewalker6047 7 місяців тому +22

    We need to stop people coming here that do not even try to learn NZs way of life. Instead they team up with people from their original country and speak to us only when they are taking our money. NZ also has a housing shortage here and the cost of housing has soared. The average kiwi would like to see only people who are professionals be allowed in where there are shortages. Keep the rest well away thankyou

    • @richardscanlan3419
      @richardscanlan3419 7 місяців тому

      What do you expect,most of these immigrants are coming from India and China.They don't assimilate - they will come in large enough numbers here,and then will just displace tthe locals.

    • @Paris45627
      @Paris45627 7 місяців тому

      Yes I know who those people are are they could go back to where they come from ✈️✈️✈️✈️🙋‍♀️bye

    • @snowlinewest1321
      @snowlinewest1321 7 місяців тому +12

      Point well taken. I emigrated from the USA to NZ as a veteran science teacher in 2013. I must have acclimated well as the mere sound of loud-mouthed Americans presuming to sit in judgement on NZ ways after deciding to make NZ their home is offensive to me too. I have a whole new perspective on my home country since having had the opportunity to become immersed in and be a part of the NZ community.

    • @Justyburger
      @Justyburger 7 місяців тому +7

      I fully agree. There needs to be a strict English language test for anyone moving to NZ. We only need skilled, educated and hardworking people who want to integrate. Ideally people from countries with similar cultures to NZ, but I do also welcome highly skilled from elsewhere. It just dumbfounds me that 200K low skilled people came in under the last atrocious Govt.

    • @OnlyWaterInTheForest
      @OnlyWaterInTheForest 6 місяців тому +4

      That seems fair. I am from the US and have always thought I would fit in better to NZ society. It's seems very reasonable that you should only accept people who want to willingly adapt to NZ culture. 🤍

  • @fornever
    @fornever 6 місяців тому +2

    We were contemplating a move to NZ in early 2019. I love the culture & people there. But the government reaction to covid made me glad we held off. As much as we'd like to be a part of such a wonderful community, the governments ability to slip into tyranny so quickly makes it a hard no, unless some checks on power are put in place.

    • @scottfree993
      @scottfree993 6 місяців тому

      That was under the previous government.

    • @kiwichris7566
      @kiwichris7566 6 місяців тому +4

      It was the right public health policy under the circumstances.
      Faced with a pandemic with unknown consequences, no known treatment and extraordinary medical measures required to support life it was a good decision. NZ medical system would have never been able to manage and it would have been catastrophic.
      Kiwis were paid to stay home. My sister was a town council employee. Her office was closed down but she was deployed to deliver supplies to elderly/ill people who had no one to be a designated shopper.
      My niece, an oncology nurse was able to maintain care to her patients while being isolated from the rest of the hospital. The illness and death rate was very low. It saved lives.

    • @fornever
      @fornever 6 місяців тому +3

      @@kiwichris7566 You are entitled to your opinion. Even after we knew the low mortality rate they continued an oppressive policy. Weeks became months, became years. The fact remains that the NZ governments ability to slip into tyranny is an admitted feature, not a bug. Even with the "new government", a bait & switch, which is really the same government with different names behind the titles & immune to blame. They have not learned from the mistakes & have not done enough to address the potential of a similar over reaction from future "governments". Those who would exchange liberty for safety deserve neither. Your leaders know this, and will behave accordingly.

    • @scottfree993
      @scottfree993 6 місяців тому +1

      @@fornever the COVID lockdown restrictions should of concentrated on the individuals with comprised immune systems and the elderly, the others should of been left to keep the everything running as usual, not to mention all the unreported extra suicides and drug overdoses by those who just couldn't cope with the strain and boredom being locked up and where freedom was criminalized and seemingly used as a weapon by certain authorities in certain countries. As for the different party in government, that remains to be seen.

    • @kenrichards820
      @kenrichards820 4 місяці тому

      Yes you are allowed your opinion as am I…. But if you think what the NZ Govt did was ‘tyranny’ then you not moving to NZ was a wise decision for all concerned.

  • @xXstevilleXx
    @xXstevilleXx 6 місяців тому +1

    I am also South African, did not look for a video dealing with immigration. However, the question I have... See, I have a Master's Degree in Computing (cum laude) duel accreditation (ZA and EU), proficient regarding general support (regardless of hardware/software/networking/servers etc.) but I am far more proficient at software engineering (various languages) and have created applications relating to the Medical/Theological/Real-estate and Electrical (was the first who created the Certificate of Compliance in term of having a digital version). In short, I do have a lot to offer where I go, but I do not know whether NZ need someone with these skills nor do I know if this is sufficient in terms of academics? But it would be interesting to know,

  • @tonygrimes2034
    @tonygrimes2034 4 місяці тому

    I would attend a webinar on this subject.

  • @backwardsbandit8094
    @backwardsbandit8094 5 місяців тому

    We're in extremely dire need of doctors, nurses - any mental health professionals of any kind, construction workers and teachers of any kind. We're struggling to compete with Australia, as they have a higher population, more developed urban centres and because of this, they can afford to offer a sweeter deal with cheaper living to skilled immigrants looking to live in this corner of the world.
    Theres a kind of peace and tranquillity that NZ offers, that Just cant be found in Aussie in the same way. I suppose its hard to explain unless you live here though

    • @hwolfART
      @hwolfART 5 місяців тому

      Yeah, i suppose health related agedcare, support worker is always understaffed , too. Atleast in my area.

    • @edwardamosbrandwein3583
      @edwardamosbrandwein3583 3 місяці тому

      Are caregivers also in demand?

  • @johnsondoendi9224
    @johnsondoendi9224 4 місяці тому +1

    "we're ruining people's lives.", "it is what it is", god i fucking hate politicians.

  • @aka4077
    @aka4077 6 місяців тому +1

    Hi great info ! Pls can you do a webinar 😊cheers

  • @billwilson1320
    @billwilson1320 7 місяців тому +1

    Paul Goddard has moved back to the UK from NZ?
    Is that true?

  • @jackiedouglas4483
    @jackiedouglas4483 6 місяців тому +6

    I hope it has. NZ is a very, very expensive place to live.

  • @PhilipBartholomew-o3n
    @PhilipBartholomew-o3n 5 місяців тому

    Its useful 😂the guy was very down to earth,you are full on ,which is what we as kiwis find 😂in sport great 😂you were opening up when you carmer,you're right we don't like to upset so we think you get it sooner or later 😂❤

  • @pluckyduk_
    @pluckyduk_ 6 місяців тому

    Are we too old? Partially in thanks to watching your videos, my interest (as an American) to take the plunge to move to New Zealand is peaked. My partner and I both have decent resumes of professional experience, but I wonder if our ages (I'm soon to turn 45, and he is going to be 50) might hinder our chances, as it seems some of the programs are targeted to younger adults. Is this a concern valid?

    • @Kiwiamericans
      @Kiwiamericans  6 місяців тому +1

      It is a valid concern but not a dealbreaker as there are many pathways now. It would depend o your industry and other factors

  • @alsgusto
    @alsgusto 6 місяців тому

    How do I schedule with Paul?

  • @bryanx68
    @bryanx68 6 місяців тому

    Hello I have a question. Im studying to be a salesforce administrator and I saw data administrator and system administrator was on tier one green list. Basically Salesforce administrator handles process automation, report creation, data collection and analytics. Would this be in line of data and system admins?

    • @Kiwiamericans
      @Kiwiamericans  6 місяців тому

      That is a great question. I am not positive but you could start looking i to this deeper if you are serious about moving

  • @jaysonpreiss2446
    @jaysonpreiss2446 5 місяців тому

    I’m currently enrolled in a trade’s school certificate program to become an electrician in Canada. I’m 22 years old and want to move to New Zealand. By 2025 I will have a Canadian 2 year college diploma in electrical engineering - Industrial Technician. Can I immigrate without work experience once I’m finished my program?

    • @Kiwiamericans
      @Kiwiamericans  4 місяці тому

      Hmm good question! There are lots of routes. I works start with the Nz immigration site

    • @Tina-b4h
      @Tina-b4h 3 місяці тому

      For under 35 year olds from Canada , NZ offers a two year working holiday scheme with open work rights - meaning you can work for any company or person the whole time you are over here without worrying about skill level, qualifications, or the employer accreditation that Paul mentioned etc. Working holiday pathways are generally one of the easiest and cheapest pathways to come here, and best of all they are based on international agreements so the requirements almost never shift (they are much harder to change the requirements for). I would recommend coming on one of those at least initially, then you can see how you like it, you can work for any company and if you want to stay, you can assess your visa options at that point. At least then you’re in the country and have a better shot at finding a job where you want to work before committing further time and money to a proper work visa application (they are always more expensive than working holiday visas)

  • @AlbertNdrecka-w5g
    @AlbertNdrecka-w5g Місяць тому +1

    Hello yes Albania

  • @Chris-z8e4k
    @Chris-z8e4k 2 місяці тому

    All this does however not apply to people from the Pacific Islands.

  • @Jasskaur2006
    @Jasskaur2006 4 місяці тому

    If i had visa on other work permit but i can't work on it so can i try other work is this is possible or not plzz reply me hope uh will definitely reply ❤️❤️

  • @MohamedRisweenMohamedMarzook
    @MohamedRisweenMohamedMarzook 5 місяців тому

    how about the chances for visitor visa under tourism pls?

  • @aashishsharma8334
    @aashishsharma8334 6 місяців тому

    New zealand student visa success rate???

  • @barrynichols2846
    @barrynichols2846 6 місяців тому +1

    Screwing people who are in fight is not good.

  • @xXstevilleXx
    @xXstevilleXx 6 місяців тому

    I would also like to add, in addition to my other comment, for me it is about what I have to offer "in someone else's home" (so to speak). In terms of work ethic 80-100+ hours a week is nothing but a matter of course and life to me. About quality, ethics and standards. Not so much about wages but contribution. I can say, standards, ethics and quality is important to me, I can say create products predicated on these. However, I can also say, this can be verified. I am driven, motivated and I do not lack conviction. I know a concern is always when it comes to those who have other motives, not me, not married and have no children. I only look at the YT channel name when I watched another upload, realizing this was aimed at Americans. I do not delete comments so I thought instead to simply mention it.

  • @Diane-u8r
    @Diane-u8r 5 місяців тому +2

    Housing shortage

  • @dion6635
    @dion6635 2 дні тому

    What country wants low value migrants when they have the option of getting higher level migrants? Sounds like a good place to be if there is a waiting list to get in, and you can pick and choose who comes in... who wants the same sort of problems Europe has?

  • @debashishroy8879
    @debashishroy8879 5 місяців тому

    Can I immigrant in new Zealand? I have 28 yrs experience in Industrial Environment Management as Bangladeshi.
    Give me guidance.

    • @moirapettifr7127
      @moirapettifr7127 Місяць тому

      Yes please do immigrate there quick quick. That's my advice. Send me $2,000 ASAP. (Im just kidding with you😮.)

  • @jimmykerr2983
    @jimmykerr2983 Місяць тому

    But wee dont wont to bee over populated 😅jakx

  • @MuhammadAffaf
    @MuhammadAffaf 6 місяців тому

    Madam
    I hope you are fine
    Madam i am form Pakistan
    I am Data analysis
    I want a list of company or job who give me a visa sponsor ship
    Please please
    Help me please

  • @jackiedouglas4483
    @jackiedouglas4483 6 місяців тому

    This guy and his values are not good for New Zealand.

  • @edwardamosbrandwein3583
    @edwardamosbrandwein3583 3 місяці тому

    He doesn't speak proper English