00:01big news for indians planning to study work or explore opportunities in new zealand the india
00:07new zealand free trade agreement has officially come into effect from 20th october 2026 bringing
00:14exciting new opportunities for indian students and skilled professionals but what exactly has
00:19changed who can benefit from these new visa options and what does this agreement mean for
00:24your future in new zealand let's understand everything step by step new work visa opportunities
00:30one of the biggest highlights of this agreement is the introduction of two new work visa categories
00:35the first is the india skilled work visa offering up to 4 400 places for indian professionals
00:42in sectors such as it engineering construction teaching nursing and physiotherapy the second
00:49is the india iconic work visa with up to 600 places for professionals including yoga
00:54instructors indian chefs music teachers and i use practitioners both categories offer a stay of up
01:01to three years however applicants must meet the required qualifications work experience and english
01:07language requirements a full-time job offer from an accredited new zealand employer is also necessary
01:13remember these visas have limited places and do not automatically provide permanent residency
01:19new opportunities for students now let's talk about indian students the agreement also brings positive
01:26changes to study and post-study work opportunities currently eligible international students can work up to
01:3325 hours per week during their studies under the agreement indian students will have a guaranteed
01:39minimum of 20 working hours per week even if new zealand changes its general student work policy in the future
01:45there's another important update from 16th november 2026 indian phd graduates will be eligible for post-study
01:53work visas of up to four years this gives indian students additional opportunities to gain international work
01:59experience after completing their education working holiday visa here's something exciting for young indians
02:05new zealand is also planning to introduce a working holiday visa scheme for indians aged 18 to 30
02:11the scheme is expected to offer up to 1 000 visas every year allowing eligible young people to stay for
02:1712 months
02:18travel and work this scheme is not open for applications yet
02:21new zealand is expected to launch it within two years of the agreement taking effect
02:26so whether you're a skilled professional looking for international career opportunities
02:30a student planning higher education or a young traveler dreaming of exploring new zealand
02:35this agreement brings several exciting possibilities but remember every visa category has specific
02:42eligibility criteria occupation limits and documentation requirements at a broad gateway we help students
02:49and professionals understand their options and plan their international journey with the right guidance
02:53for more information and personalized assistance connect with us today
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