Registration & Immigration Process

For internationally qualified nurses or midwives wanting to practice in New Zealand, please visit the appropriate registration board regarding the registration process in New Zealand. 

Registered Nurses Nursing Council of New Zealand

Registered Midwives Midwifery Council of New Zealand

Immigration Process

If you are not a New Zealand or Australian citizen or resident, you will need to obtain a work or resident visa.

We recommend that you begin this process immediately.

• For more details about NZ Immigration requirements, please visit the New Zealand Immigration Service
• For further information on the New Zealand Health System, please contact the Ministry of Health