Jyotishdidi
American expat in New Zealand
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American
Lives in Auckland
Registration: 20 September 2012
Cost of living in New Zealand 聳 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in New Zealand in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of New Zealand you are living in. How much does it cost to live in New Zealand? > ...
These are realistic prices.. However in Bucklands Beach, Hawick. Half Moon Bay. farm Cove it is even worse! $700- 800 per week for not a big place! We also had to buy frig, clothes washer.", 6 heaters that only do a partial job! And so much ... Read More
hello everyone :)
Do not come without money - and lots of it! Funny, you have bought into NZ public relations. I lived in India and I am looking at ways to go back to Bangalore to raise my young son there. There is a reason PIO's are returning from the west to ... Read More
Is a Immigration Agent worth the money? SA to NZ by EmmaJaneYp
Hi There, My husband and I have made the decision to move to NZ (I have family in Auckland). Our best plan is to come over on holiday and look for work and then apply for a work visa once we have a job offer. We will try and get a job first but ...
Do not "just pack up" and move to NZ without any work: not unless you are very independently wealthy. Jobs are not easy to find: certainly not positions that pay a liveable wage. Do your research! It is very expensive to live here: cost ... Read More
Cost of living in New Zealand 聳 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in New Zealand in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of New Zealand you are living in. How much does it cost to live in New Zealand? > ...
The dream is ending for so many people due to high cost of living. Read More
PhD and PR
Best is to get advice from an NZ immigration attorney. Odds are you may be able to get more then 130 points and qualified to come on work to residence visa. But getting a job these days is tricky business in NZ. Read More
Is IELTS mandatory for NZ PR?
Not required if you worked in English speaking company or country for 12 months or more. I have not seen it ever was asked for Indian origin people. Read More
Need information for employment history for full assessment for NZ PR by rohitsharma54
Hi All, I just checked on the NZ website http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/international-qualifications/apply-for-an-international-qualifications-assessment/documents-required-for-an-international-qualification-assessment/ that ...
In my opinion a simple employment letter on employer letter head with job title and duration of employment with salary would do the job. Read More
job opportunities in new zealand by Jithin Thomas
Hii friends i am an indian and would like to study in New zealand. I would like to take the graduate diploma from new zealand. I completed my diploma in mechatronics from india and i have currenty one year work experience. Is it good to take a ...
It has gotten hard in the last few years in NZ. Things have gotten very very expansive and jobs are hard to get by. I don't recommend that you spend your $$ for education here and then get disappointed. You are better off trying to get graduate ... Read More
Is there racism in New Zealand towards black people by estherl
I am a Ugandan female coming to New Zealand on a study visa for 2 years for my masters degree. I need to know if there is racism in New Zealand. Are there many black people from Africa? How are they treated? Would a little black boy of 5 years be ...
Hard to tell in Auckland. There is no direct name calling racism for say but you would feel something is off because people are not that talkative. I have not seen a single black person in the management in any company. I do feel Auckland is ... Read More
Cost of living in New Zealand 聳 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in New Zealand in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of New Zealand you are living in. How much does it cost to live in New Zealand? > ...
In conclusion it seems more tough time ahead for NewZealanders Read More
Planning to move to NZ from India by joshua_hr
Hi, I am HR Professional residing in India with 4+ years of experience in Recruitment and HR Operations. I plan to pursue my Masters in Business/HRM from Massey University, NZ post which I would want to continue my journey in the Human Resources ...
HR is not in skill shortage in New Zealand. Also, HR are the last people companies hire in New Zealand. Do check out seek.co.nz and NZ Herald jobs. Housing is very very expansive in Auckland and all the beautiful places where you like to be close to ... Read More
Career Prospects for Indians holding CIMA in New Zeland
I completely agree with "Colinsmum". New Zealand does have lot of land but not very many jobs. I always see people leaving for Australia for better opportunities. You are better off going to some other places. Why are you not choosing ... Read More
Moving to New Zealand by JenSioux
Hiya We have started thinking seriously about leaving South Africa for New Zealand. We are a family of 3 and I've heard on several occassions to rather not use a immigration agency but to DIY instead. Any updated guideance would be ...
Oz and Canada are better option. NZ does not have very many jobs. In addition Auckland is very very expansive and hard to make ends meet. It is always better to do immigration paperwork by yourself first to save monies. Immigration officers will ... Read More
Cost of living in New Zealand 聳 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in New Zealand in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of New Zealand you are living in. How much does it cost to live in New Zealand? > ...
Region - East Auckland area > accommodation prices - Very high ---$550 per week > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc.) - Very high - $200 per month > food prices (your monthly budget) - don't even ask about it. It varies a ... Read More
Residence Visa but wife got pregnant..can i visit alone for first time by imran999
Hi Guys, I got approved NZ visa and now they asked me to send passports for visa stamp. I was supposed to send passports to NZ for visa stamp on coming 5th-AUG and hopefully i will get passports back after 20 working days. but i just came to know ...
Generally they don't reject if they came up with the different visa option. In other words if they advised you for visitor visa instead of spouse visa, that means they will most likely will issue you the visitor visa. Besides, your spouse is ... Read More
Helpful tips for a friend by Kiwiya
Hi there :) Hi there :) I have an old friend whom I got in contact with lately and she is Egyptian. She asked me about immigrating to NZ and how it's done and I don't really have enough information. Her husband has a masters in ...
Would be very hard to find jobs in areas you specified. Read More
Expert hairstylist looking for job in New Zealand by jayson48
I am Jayson Velasco I'm a Filipino, 25 years of age,working abroad for 6 years now. as a senior hairdresser in Philippines,UAE and Oman, now I am currently working in Sultanate Of Oman as a Senior Hairstylist, I have my 10 international ...
Hi Jayson, Your best bet is to find some recruiter in your work domain. Best is to look in NZ sites e.g. seek.co.nz or NZ herald jobs section. Good luck. Regards, JD Read More
job Opportunity in the Hospitality and catering industry
Lots of seasonal jobs during summer in the hospitality industry. Best is to visit for a a few weeks, and stay with someone you know from your country through church or networking, and look for a job once you arrive. It is tough though since finding ... Read More
Looking Job At New Zealand
Are you already in the New Zealand? It would be nearly impossible to find a job while you are outside of New Zealand. Read More
Job offer for Auckland location, some questions by pulkitanchalia
Hello folks, I am a new member to this group and I am from India. The thing is, I have received a job offer from Indian company for their NZ client. So If I accept the offer, I have to go to client location which is Auckland. Here are few of ...
1) I am offered compensation of 85000 NZ dollars/annum + health insurance + 4 weeks paid vacations. So after tax monthly compensation is approx. 5500 NZ. Now the question, is this much salary is sufficient for a couple(+ wife but no kids) with ... Read More
Residence Visa but wife got pregnant..can i visit alone for first time by imran999
Hi Guys, I got approved NZ visa and now they asked me to send passports for visa stamp. I was supposed to send passports to NZ for visa stamp on coming 5th-AUG and hopefully i will get passports back after 20 working days. but i just came to know ...
If you are the primary applicant, only you need to do that touch down in 12 months window. Also, Nationalized health care / medical cover for your family is covered immediately the day you land here, just so you know. Read More
From Mexico to NZ! Can i convert my student visa to work visa?
What area you plan to do your Master in? It all depends on your area of study to match with skill shortage to gain job an residency. Please provide more details and I will be happy to answer. Read More
Psychologist wants to move to NZ by Stardust87
Hello friends, I have been following the posts on this site for the past few weeks but haven't found any information specifically fitting my scenario , so I think it is a good idea to post my queries here and hope for guidance. So, let me begin ...
There is actually shortage of good psychologists in Auckland. Goods ones always find there way to Oz after living in NZ for sometimes. I highly recommend you to please file for your EOI soon since it takes 6-9 months for Immigration NZ to even ... Read More
Study to PR in NZ... anyone has experience?
As Dentist you have good job prospects. Also if your husband goes for IT marketing area, there are job prospects in that domain as well. Read More
Job prospects after Masters or Pg dip by rush201991
Please share your job search experiences in NZ after studies. How are the job prospects in NZ? Can I get a job on work visa after studies or only PR are preferred for jobs? Please help
What education area will you be doing your Masters or PG in? If you are doing in IT or any sector which have skill shortage your chances are very high. Also, you have to ensure you develop a good professional network while you study. Because, best ... Read More
Job Market for software testing professional in Auckland by Job seeker NZ
Hi Friends, This is my first post on the forum , my name is Anil and I am a software professional with 8 years of experience in manual testing primarily in banking & finance domain including Payments, Credit cards etc , I have worked for ...
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Moving to New zealand- About house rent and Job by Abhijeet1mali
Hello All, My name is Abhijeet I am looking for few information on the lifestyle in Auckland. I am planning to move to Auckland in Feb and wanted to know abut house rent and jobs. I am System administrator by professional. Kindly share your ...
Hi Abhijeet, Do you already have a job? Or still looking? There are good jobs in IT market in New Zealand. Best is to find a good recruiter and take their help to find a job before you come here. What part of world are you currently based at? ... Read More