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Derrick Jones Management helps Indian registered nurses plan their move to New Zealand. We support you with English test preparation, document verification, your application to the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ), exam and OSCE preparation, and visa guidance.
We have handled around 500 nurse visa applications in a single year, and visa guidance is provided by a Licensed Immigration Adviser. NCNZ makes registration decisions and Immigration New Zealand makes visa decisions, so we cannot guarantee registration, a visa or an outcome.
We have offices in Kochi, Kerala and Auckland, New Zealand (see our locations). Speak to our team about your nursing pathway.
The Nursing Council of New Zealand will review your application for acceptance if you are a registered nurse in your home country and meet the following requirements:
A Bachelor of Nursing degree or equivalent, or a nursing Master's that led to your registration.
At least 1,800 hours of nursing practice.
IELTS Academic: Reading, Listening and Speaking 7.0; Writing 6.5
OET: Reading, Listening and Speaking 350 (B); Writing 300 (C+). PTE is not accepted by NCNZ.
Scores can be combined across sittings if they are achieved within 12 months of your first sitting, with all sittings in the 3 years before you apply. Check the Nursing Council of New Zealand website for the current requirements.
Your education and registration documents are verified through TruMerit before you apply to NCNZ.
Apply for registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ) once your documents are verified.
NCNZ decides whether you need a competence assessment. It has two parts:
A Licensed Immigration Adviser guides you through your New Zealand visa application. Immigration New Zealand makes the visa decision.
You need a current APC, renewed each year, to practise as a nurse in New Zealand.
New Zealand is one of the most sought-after destinations for nurses looking to build a rewarding international career. With world-class healthcare facilities, strong professional support, and excellent lifestyle opportunities, the country offers an ideal balance of career growth and personal well-being.
New Zealand's healthcare system is internationally respected, giving nurses the opportunity to work in a country where their qualifications are highly valued and globally recognized.
Health NZ's July 2025 factsheet lists registered nurse base salaries in the public health system from NZD 75,773 (Step 1) to NZD 106,739 (Step 7). Pay scales are under negotiation, so check current rates.
With flexible working hours, supportive work environments, and a strong emphasis on family life, nurses experience a healthy balance between career and personal well-being.
Access to continuous training, specialization opportunities, and professional advancement supported by the Nursing Council of New Zealand.
New Zealand is known for its safety, inclusiveness, and diversity, making it easier for nurses and their families to adapt and thrive in a new environment.
Wake up to dramatic coastlines, serene blue waters, and iconic landmarks, all while enjoying the safety, vibrancy, and opportunity-rich cities like Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch.
I am incredibly grateful to Derrick and Jones for their excellent guidance, which helped me clear the theory exam for New Zealand nursing registration. Their well-structured online classes, and comprehensive study materials made complex concepts easy to understand. A special thanks to Nayantara Ma’am and Aswathis Ma’am for their teaching and support throughout my preparation
From exam preparation to your application, we guide you through each stage of registering as a nurse in New Zealand.
With coaching for OET/IELTS, the theory exam and the OSCE, we help you prepare for NCNZ's requirements.
Speak to our team in Kochi, or our Auckland team for arrival support.
Your visa application is guided by a Licensed Immigration Adviser.
From language proficiency tests to advanced professional exams, we provide complete training and personalized support, ensuring you are thoroughly prepared to meet every requirement for a smooth migration journey to New Zealand.
NCNZ requires a Bachelor of Nursing degree or equivalent, or a nursing Master's that led to your registration, and at least 1,800 hours of nursing practice.
IELTS Academic with 7.0 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 6.5 in Writing, or OET with 350 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 300 in Writing. PTE is not accepted by NCNZ.
Yes. Scores can be combined across sittings if they are achieved within 12 months of your first sitting, with all sittings in the 3 years before you apply.
NCNZ decides after it assesses your application. Nurses educated in the UK, Ireland, Ontario, British Columbia, Singapore or the USA may not need one.
An online theory exam in two parts (medication safety and nursing knowledge), then a two-day orientation and a 3-hour OSCE in Christchurch. You have three attempts at each.
Your documents must be verified through TruMerit before you apply to NCNZ. Identity documents are sent directly to TruMerit.
Yes. Nurses practising in New Zealand must hold a current Annual Practising Certificate and renew it each year.
Family members may be able to apply for visas depending on your situation and Immigration New Zealand's rules. Speak to our team about your case.
Costs and timelines depend on your documents, exams and visa category, and they change over time. NCNZ and Immigration New Zealand publish current fees on their websites. Speak to our team for a plan based on your profile.
No. NCNZ decides registration and Immigration New Zealand decides visas. We guide you through the process.
Health NZ's NZNO workforce factsheet (July 2025) lists base salaries for registered nurses in the public health system from NZD 75,773 at Step 1 to NZD 106,739 at Step 7 (6+ years). Penal rates, allowances and overtime can add to this. Pay scales are under negotiation and vary by employer, so check current rates with Health NZ before you plan.
You must register with the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ). Internationally qualified nurses need a Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent, at least 1,800 hours of nursing practice, accepted English test scores (IELTS or OET), documents verified through TruMerit, and a competence assessment if NCNZ requires one. You also need a current Annual Practising Certificate.
Verify your documents through TruMerit, apply to NCNZ with your English test results, complete the theory exam and OSCE if NCNZ requires them, then apply for your Annual Practising Certificate. Our team can guide you through each stage.
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