Become a Registered Nurse
in New Zealand
From Philippines, India, UAE, Middle East, Africa, or Sri Lanka?We’ll guide you step-by-step to become a Registered Nurse in New Zealand.
See How You Can Become a Nurse in New Zealand !
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Why New Zealand?
Why Now?
A Land of Opportunity, Stability & Respect
- Earn 2X to 3X more than your current salary
- Work-life balance in one of the world’s safest countries
- Permanent residency options for skilled nurses
- Family-friendly immigration pathways
- Less Crime Rate and Corruption
- Free Education for Kids
- Free Healthcare for Family
- Friendly Multi Cultural Community
“Can I really make it there?”
Yes — you can. Hundreds of nurses from India, Philippines, UAE, and Africa have successfully made the move with the right guidance.
Years of service
The New OSCE Route – What You Must Know
“I heard CAP is closed. Can I still become a nurse in NZ?”
English Proficiency (IELTS/OET)
Minimum: IELTS 7 in each band OR OET B
CGFNS Verification
Submit academic, license & experience proof through CGFNS (international document verification)
NCNZ Registration
Apply to the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ) as an Internationally Qualified Nurse (IQN)
IQN Theory Exam
You need to pass Part A & Part B
Visa & Immigration Process
Work visa & family inclusion options explained clearly
New Zealand OSCE Exam
2 Day Orientation and 1 Day Practical Exam in Christchurch New Zealand
Apply For APC
Apply For Your annual Practising Certificate to work in New Zealand
Job Search / Employer Assistance
We connect you with hospitals actively hiring IQNs
Arrive in New Zealand & Start Work!
How You’ll Succeed with Us:
✔️ We use real OSCE checklists and NMC/NZNC marking criteria
👩⚕️ Personalized correction on what you missed in your first attempt
🎯 Targeted mock tests to fix your weak areas
🧘 Coaching that builds your confidence, not just your skills
Real Nurse Stories
Pass Rate: 93.6% of our students passed on their first OSCE attempt
Personalized Support for International Nurses
Are you from the Philippines, India, UAE, Middle East, Africa, or Sri Lanka? Get guidance tailored to your country and background.
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Africa
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Get Started
Ways to Begin Your NZ Nurse Journey
Talk to Our NZ Nurse Advisor
→ Guiding Your Nursing Path, Every Step Together
OSCE Training
→ Pass Your OSCE with Confidence and Support
IQN Training
→ Learn IQN Requirements and Get Certified Fast
Visa Assistance
→ Complete Visa Support for Nursing Career Abroad
Questions Nurses Ask Us
Minimum 2 years is ideal, but we assess case by case.
Average: $2,000 – $3,000 total, including training & migration. Pay in stages.
Usually 6–10 months, depending on your readiness and documents.
Yes. Spouses get open work visas; children get dependent visas.
Yes. We offer end-to-end support — from CGFNS to OSCE to NZ job placement.