Living in New Zealand as an expatriate

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If you dream of moving to a faraway land to discover stunning natural landscapes along with new cultures, why not turn to New Zealand?

Located in the South of the Pacific Ocean, New Zealand is a top destination for expatriation thanks to its economic growth along with numerous professional opportunities. By moving here, you will enjoy a modern and dynamic lifestyle which go side by side with Maori traditions.

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Visas Work visas; residence permits

Work Labour market; finding a job

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Bank Opening and managing a bank account

Health care Public and private healthcare

Removal Moving; useful tips

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Work

Find your dream job and take your career to an international level. Apply to the vacancies available.

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Wellington

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Petrochemical site construction materials management

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Procurement /Warehouse Manager

Procurement manager

Wellington

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Hospitality and Facilities Management Executive

Others

Wellington

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Housing

Browse the New Zealand housing ads and find the perfect accommodation

Housing Q&A's

Contact real estate professionals

Find info on accommodation in New Zealand

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Events

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New Zealand bloggers

Nordic Dowager

last year

This blog is about a Finnish/Danish family with 10 yo twins moving from greater Copenhagen to Christchurch, New Zealand. The posts will be about our daily challenges with moving / living abroad, the kids´language skills and language learning, cultural observations, relationships when moving abroad and relationship and family life of a multicultural nordic family living on the other side of the world.

Out on a Limb

4 years ago

I sold my house, cars and quit my 20+ year I.T. career to explore the world and follow my dream of working with wild animals. I'm now settled in New Zealand after living in Costa Rica, Panama and Australia.

Adventures With Pete

4 years ago

In 2013 I had just finished teaching English overseas for a year. Without a plan I moved to the Bay Area looking for my next thing. And thats around when I met Pete. 4 years, 3 moves, and a whole lot of adventures later, here I am on one of the biggest adventures of all living in New Zealand. Through AWP, Im excited to share the ups, the downs, and the lessons learned throughout my expat journey.