New Zealand, a paradise to visit, live and work in
New Zealand is a country that captivates with its many attractions, a destination worth discovering and visiting, even to study or work.
There is a country that attracts the attention of many Spaniards. It is a place on the other side of the world which, seemingly, is not easy to reach. And we say “seemingly” because in reality it is much simpler than you might expect. New Zealand is a fascinating country, where one week or two is never enough. It is a country to enjoy for a long time and to let yourself be carried away by its hidden corners.
From a tourism standpoint, it is one of the visits that can be enjoyed most during a holiday. It is, for example, the country of Peter Jackson, where the Lord of the Rings films were shot. This is one of the reasons that make travelling to this country so appealing, and immersing yourself in the film sets. An added treat on top of the many attractions New Zealand offers.
There are many other tourist attractions that make a visit to New Zealand one of those journeys you should make at some point. Mount Cook, the highest peak in the country at 3,724 metres above sea level, Lake Pukaki and the glacial lakes Pukaki and Tekapo are natural corners that offer contact with a living, wild nature that captivates and offers a very different view from what we are used to in Spain.
That is not all: every corner of the country can captivate travellers with magnificent views and unique experiences. And there are also travellers who decide to extend their visit to New Zealand and look for a place to work in New Zealand and live in the country for a while.
To achieve this, the first thing to bear in mind is obtaining a New Zealand visa as a tourist. It must be applied for at least two months before travelling. This matters because processing takes 53 days, so it is better to apply early rather than cut it close and get a nasty surprise.
This tourist visa is valid for three months, but can be extended by up to three more. To do so, you must not be working or studying in the country, along with other requirements that will allow you to renew that tourist visa. You must have access to funds of 1,000 New Zealand dollars for each month you plan to stay there, as this ensures you have enough capital to enjoy your visit to the country.
But there are other options for entering the country. One of them is the New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA). This allows you to enter the country within two years from the date the application is approved and costs 58 NZD. Mind you, it only allows stays of six consecutive months each year. This authorisation also permits studying for up to three months.
To travel to New Zealand to study, there is a student visa. This can be applied for to take the course you plan to do. In addition, it allows you to work up to a maximum of 20 hours per week to supplement your time studying.
If what you want is to work, you need to obtain the Working Holiday Visa, which allows you to work in the Kiwi country for 12 months. The conditions are somewhat demanding and this option is only open to those aged between 18 and 35. But if you want to try that exciting adventure, all you have to do is find out more and prepare to visit this wonderful country.
