Kia Ora!
I would like to hear all of your tips and help for this idea that has been in my head for a very long time now.
Me and my partner would love to live and work permanently in New Zealand. Recently, we started the ball rolling and are planning to come to New Zealand in September on a Working Holiday Visa. This looks the best option to me currently as I would like to apply for a permanent job while I知 in New Zealand, not from overseas as this is very difficult and I知 lacking experience.
I知 29 years old, live in Belgium and I only have 1 year of experience in Software Testing. I have a recognized Bachelor Degree in Computer Science. The lack of experience worries me a bit. But I am very determined and this is what I really want.
My partner wants the same and holds a level 7+ qualification (2 master degrees).
The main question is, when I do get a permanent job offer while I知 on a Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand, which visa should I apply for? The Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa? Or one of the Temporary Work visa? In that case, which one?
Is Auckland the best place to settle and find an offer in IT? Or does Wellington give the same chances?
For our temporary stay, I was thinking of renting a shared apartment, which I would look for on TradeMe for example, would that be a good idea? Or are there better suggestions on how and where to find a place to stay temporary.
For now, I won稚 ask too many questions. My main objective is clear now and I would love to hear from you guys, any kind of input that can help us make our dream come true. Thank you very much in advance!