NZ: Skilled Migrant Category Change from 24 August 2026

From 24 August 2026, most SMC applicants will only need to meet one SMC wage threshold, rather than one rate for their work experience and a higher rate when they apply for residence. Applicants will still need to meet a wage threshold when they apply for residence, however that wage threshold will generally be the one in effect when they started accruing skilled work experience.