Visa guide · Sponsored jobs

Green List Straight to Residence 2026

The Green List Straight to Residence is a New Zealand route granting residence to workers in the highest-demand Green List occupations. GoBroad tracks New Zealand visa policy changes to this route in real time and lists visa-sponsored jobs from employers who hire international and Indian professionals, so you can act the moment something changes.

Sponsorship

Job offer in Green List role

Grants

Residence

Based on

Tier-1 Green List occupation

Who the Green List Straight to Residence is for

Green List occupation holders
Doctors, engineers, ICT specialists
Candidates seeking direct residence

Countries offering the Green List Straight to Residence

Frequently asked questions

What is the Green List Straight to Residence?

Green List Straight to Residence is a New Zealand route granting residence to workers in the highest-demand Green List occupations. Tier-1 Green List roles offer a straight-to-residence pathway rather than a temporary work visa first.

Does the Green List Straight to Residence lead to visa-sponsored jobs?

GoBroad lists only visa-sponsored roles and tracks New Zealand updates for this route, so you can find employers hiring under it and check take-home salary in INR before applying.

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Track the Green List Straight to Residence in the GoBroad app

Get live policy alerts and sponsored roles matched to your profile.