GLOBAL IMPACT WORK VISA

The Global Impact Work Visa in New Zealand is designed for individuals who wish to contribute to positive global impact projects and initiatives in the country. This visa allows skilled workers to live and work in New Zealand temporarily to support projects that have the potential for significant positive impact on society or the environment.

Key features of the Global Impact Work Visa include:

  • Eligibility Criteria: Applicants for the Global Impact Work Visa must demonstrate their ability to contribute to projects that align with New Zealand's values and objectives for positive global impact. They should possess skills, expertise, and experience relevant to the projects they intend to support.
  • Project Endorsement: To apply for this visa, applicants must have their proposed project endorsed by an approved endorsing body in New Zealand. The endorsing body assesses the project's potential for significant positive impact and its alignment with New Zealand's values and objectives.
  • Duration: The Global Impact Work Visa allows individuals to live and work in New Zealand temporarily for the duration of the endorsed project. The visa may be granted for up to a specified period, depending on the project's timeline and the applicant's intended contribution.
  • Work Rights: Holders of the Global Impact Work Visa are permitted to work in New Zealand for the endorsing organization or on the endorsed project. They may also engage in other employment or business activities that support their stay in the country.
  • Renewal and Extension: In some cases, the Global Impact Work Visa may be renewed or extended to allow individuals to continue their involvement in ongoing projects or to support new initiatives with significant positive impact potential.
  • Pathways to Residence: Individuals holding the Global Impact Work Visa may be eligible to apply for residence in New Zealand through various skilled migration pathways. This includes the Skilled Migrant Category and other residence categories based on skills, experience, and contributions to the country.

Overall, the Global Impact Work Visa offers skilled individuals the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to projects that have the potential to create positive social, environmental, or economic impact in New Zealand and globally.