New Zealand Work Visa

New Zealand Work Visa - Student Employment

3-year degree students are allowed to work during the summer holidays and up to 15 hours during the academic year. You must apply to the New Zealand immigration service. A fee may be applicable.

These conditions do not apply to postgraduate students or students for whom work experience is a core component of their course. For more information, please visit http://www.immigration.govt.nz/work.

Student Job Search is the national body that assists students in finding casual work.

Tax

All income earners in New Zealand are required to pay tax.

Labour Legislation

Strict labour laws apply in New Zealand in the interest of a productive workplace. The laws also include equal opportunity provisions across gender and race. For more information, please visit www.dol.govt.nz.