Hi,
I have a Residence visa issued under SMC. The visa end date is in September 2014. I'm currently not living in NZ and haven't got two years worked yet to apply for PR.
If I go back to NZ before the visa expiries, how can I extend the expiration of the visa? If I let the expiry lapse while out of NZ, will my residence visa be expired for good i.e. will I have to apply under SMC for residency again before entering NZ or can I enter on another visa?
Many Thanks!