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From Monday, 18th August, we will have 10 more roles added to the Green List. Read here what this all means and why you should not despair if you do not meet the wage thresholds set by these changes.

10 Trades Roles Added to the Green List | Into NZ Immigration Ltd. From Monday 18th August 2025, 10 Trades Roles are being added to the Green List as a precursor to further changes to the Skilled routes.

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The Medical Council of New Zealand has announced significant changes to its registration process, making it easier and faster for doctors from a wider range of countries to practice in New Zealand. These moves are designed to boost the healthcare workforce and ensure timely medical care for all New Zealanders.

In a key update, Luxembourg, Chile, and Croatia have been added to New Zealand's list of "comparable health systems." This brings the total number of countries with this designation to 29, joining recent additions Japan and South Korea. Doctors with recent experience in these nations can now benefit from a streamlined registration process.

Furthermore, specialists from the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Australia can expect an accelerated assessment process. This fast-track applies to a number of in-demand specialties, including:

Anaesthesia
Dermatology
Emergency Medicine
General Practice
Internal Medicine
Pathology
Psychiatry

Applications for these specialists will be processed within 20 working days, significantly reducing the time it takes to get registered and start working in Aotearoa. This initiative is part of a broader effort to attract and retain skilled medical professionals from around the world.

Ready to make the move to New Zealand?

If you are a medical doctor from a comparable health system or a specialist from the UK, Ireland, or Australia looking for a new opportunity, your pathway to practicing in New Zealand is now clearer and quicker.

Get in touch today to explore your options!

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