• The most popular visa is the Accredited Employer Work Visa, all age groups can apply for this visa and you can stay for up to 3 years​. The cost for this visa is NZD $750 and you will need your NZ PT registration and a job offer before you can apply.

• The Working Holiday Visa is also an option for certain age groups/passport holders, this visa allows you to work for 12 months, but it can be less preferred by some employers as you cannot accept a permanent position on this visa. The fee for 12 months is NZD $450, you also need to have NZD $350 in savings for every month you intend to stay and enough money for a return ticket. UK passport holders are eligible for x3 WHV's. 

• As PT is currently on the Green List, you can also have a look at the Straight to Residency Visa

• Medical/Police Checks can be required for all visas over 12 months 

• As employers can have a preference for different visas, we advise you to wait until you have your registration and are at the interview stage to apply for your visa. 

• The new Xpress Registration pathway was released on 13th December 2022 - this is for UK/Canadian/Irish/SA qualified or registered physios

• The application involves evidence of your registration or qualification, ID documents, completing 2 cultural courses and background checks 

• This application will take a few weeks to organise and then there is only an approx. 2 week processing time!

• You will be able to talk to a UK physiotherapist who has been in your situation and will help you throughout the registration process - including free guides and unlimited phone/email support

• The main fees you need to be aware of are for your Visa (above) and transferring your PT license which is NZD $1734 + an Annual Fee of NZD $555 (often private companies will cover the annual fee)

• We will secure you a full-time role for when you arrive which can range from NZD $55-90k.

• The service we provide is completely free for those that would like to be placed in a role with one of our partners

• Allowing for 6 months would be ideal but it could all happen very fast with the new express pathway!

• Xpress Registration Pathway - allow for 1-2 months to gain registration (a couple of weeks to organise the documents and approx 2 weeks processing)

• Once your NZ physio registration has been approved, we find 3-4 months is an ideal timeframe for the next steps (securing a role + visa /handing in your notice/getting organised, etc!).

• If possible, try to have your registration approved and be interviewing in the NZ winter (May-August) as this is when the most jobs are available.

• We are very well connected to employers throughout NZ and once you have gained your registration, we will arrange interviews for you. We have fantastic opportunities available and you can expect us to arrange suitable interviews for you within around 1-3 weeks after gaining your registration. 

• Once you have secured a role we can introduce you to other physios that may be working in the same location and advise you on everything you need to know about moving to New Zealand, we are also always available before you leave/ when you arrive if you have any questions about the move

• We have locations available throughout NZ! Some of the popular places are:

  • City lovers - Auckland + Wellington

  • Beach lovers - Tauranga + Hawkes Bay

  • Mountain/Adventure lovers - Christchurch + Dunedin + Queenstown

• Once you have your NZ physio registration approved, we can help you choose a location which is a good fit for you -  we can also provide you with location guides

• We are passionate about you having the BEST experience and we have travelled NZ so we can help you choose the best fit!

• THE PEOPLE! New Zealanders are very welcoming and approachable so you are made to feel at home very quickly.

• The standard of physiotherapy is very high in New Zealand allowing you develop lots of transferable skills

• THE SCENERY! There are lots of amazing travel opportunities from beaches to mountains and everything is very accessible allowing you to explore lots of New Zealand

• New Zealand would suit those who enjoy a relaxed life and outdoor activities

We offer unbeatable support from the first day you contact us and then throughout the whole process to work abroad, including:

• Supporting you throughout the registration/license process including free guides and unlimited email/phone support

• Helping you decide on the most suitable visa, job role and location by a friendly team you can trust

• Organizing you interviews with our partners, helping you secure a role before you leave

• Providing you with everything you need to know about moving to your new country

• Introducing you to other Healthcare Abroad OT/PT/SLT's that are working in the same location as you

• Continue to be a point of contact for any questions while you are away

• Please note we can only provide this support service for those that would like to be placed in a role with one of our partners