INZ's Green List of shortage occupations was reviewed and updated in late 2024 — several tech and engineering occupations added to Tier 1 (Straight to Residence); some healthcare roles reclassified between tiers. The Green List is the direct-to-residence fast-track mechanism; periodic rotation reflects evolving labour-market shortages.
Applicants in newly-added or newly-removed Green List occupations.
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