New Zealand · Work with a sponsor
South Island Contribution Work Visa
Who it's for: Essential Skills Work Visa holders who have worked full time in the South Island for a set time; a path to residence.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
We have the official link for this visa type. Quoted requirements are not recorded yet.
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