New visa regulations allow you to work remotely from New Zealand for your overseas employer or client. To apply, visit Immigration New Zealand(opens in new window).

With our work-life balance, natural beauty and safe living environment, millions of people will tell you that New Zealand is a great place to live.

You’ll find Kiwis warm and welcoming, which can help to ease the transition to living in an unfamiliar country.

There’s plenty to organise as you settle in, so here are some practical tips to help you get set up with the essentials of living in New Zealand, from the admin of bank accounts and tax, to getting around while you’re here and a guide to finding somewhere to live.

Getting set up with the essentials

Bank accounts

Opening a New Zealand bank account as soon as you arrive is a good idea, because it means you can start getting paid into the account as soon as you have a job. Most banks in New Zealand have special services to help new migrants open accounts, bring money over and get things sorted.

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