Originally Posted by
heathernz
Hi there, we just came from Singapore! It is not hard to do the visa by yourselves. Lots of paperwork and medicals but it is manageable. Don't spend money on an agent. You need the money for everything here. Prices of most things are similar to Singapore.
I recommend coming with the Silver Fern Visa and see how much you like it here first before applying for PR. To be offered a job outside NZ, you need to be very good at what you do and there is a serious shortage of talents in that field, or just plain lucky. Many people take the plunge and come to NZ then look for a job - it is possible with some financial planning and open mind.
Taranaki is a nice place but it is like Lim Chu Kang (with extra rolling hills, ocean, rivers, and lakes) all over. 5 hours drive each way to either Auckland or Wellington.
At this point, I gather there is a lot of planning and preparation you will be doing. If I were at your stage, I would:
- learn up all the great wonderful recipes of yummy Singapore food
- network with engineers association, Linked in groups, etc. in NZ
- talk to people who have migrated and get a feel of their life story
- save plenty of money
- ask yourselves why do you want to migrate. it is a very big move but it can be a good one when you are well prepared.