Arriving in New Zealand is only part of the story. You will then need to learn to navigate your way around a new culture and system while getting started. These useful links could help you. We also have a page of links to trustworthy local businesses.
AI in New Zealand
New Zealand History & Treaty of Waitangi
- New Zealand History/Te Akomanga
A place for teaching and learning the histories of Aotearoa New Zealand - The Waitangi Tribunal
A standing commission of inquiry that makes recommendations on claims brought by Māori relating to legislation, policies, actions or omissions of the Crown that are alleged to breach the promises made in the Treaty of Waitangi. - Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Communicating Across Cultures
- Cultural Atlas: New Zealand Culture
- English Language Partners
They help new Kiwis learn the English they need to participate and live independent lives - Fijian-Indian youth in New Zealand Aotearoa
- The Encyclopaedia of New Zealand page on Cambodians in NZ
- New Zealand Indian Central Association Inc. (NZICA)
- National Library: Chinese in NZ
- The Arabic School of New Zealand
By empowering students with Arabic language and culture, they strive to help students be more confident in all of their spiritual, moral, cultural and social affairs.
Language
- English
- Maori
Interpreting and translation
New Zealand Culture and Society
Employment and Fair Work Practices
- https://www.employment.govt.nz/
- https://www.worksafe.govt.nz/
NZ Proof of Address
To apply for these services listed below you will need proof of address within NZ. Some of the acceptable proof of address can be from:
- Utility bills
- Tenancy agreement or Flat Sharing Agreement
- Employment Agreement
RealMe
You need a RealMe account to apply for a visa online. RealMe is designed to protect your privacy and is a service used by many New Zealand businesses and government departments.
Bank accounts
- Moving to New Zealand (ANZ)
- Moving to New Zealand (ASB)
- Moving to New Zealand (BNZ)
- Moving to New Zealand (Kiwibank)
- Open a New Zealand bank account from overseas (Westpac)
IRD number
Your IRD number is used to keep track of the tax you pay and the entitlements you receive.
Housing and navigation for newcomers
- Live and Work New Zealand
The official government guide to living and working in New Zealand - settled.govt.nz
Government guide to buying and selling private homes. - Citizens Advice Bureau
They help people to know and understand their rights. - Tenancy Services website
Information about basic tenancy rights and obligations - RealEstate.co.nz
New Zealand’s longest-standing property website and the official website of the real estate industry.
Driving in NZ
New Zealand Tax
Schooling in New Zealand
Cost of living
Healthcare in New Zealand
Transport in New Zealand
- Auckland
- Wellington
- Transport options
- Buses and trains
- Snapper card (used for paying fares)
- Cycling
- Christchurch
- Queenstown
Immigration
Immigration New Zealand website
Immigration Advisers Authority
The Immigration Advisers Authority is responsible for maintaining a register of licensed immigration advisers and protecting people who receive immigration advice.