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Telecommunications Engineer (263311): New Zealand residence options
Telecommunications Engineer (263311) is on the Green List Tier 1. ANZSCO skill level 1–3.
Green List Tier 1
| Route | Open? | What it takes |
|---|---|---|
| Green List: Straight to Residence | Yes | Tier 1. Apply for residence once you have a qualifying job and meet the requirement below. |
| SMC Points-based | Yes | Job must pay at least $35.00 an hour. You need 6 points: e.g. an overseas bachelor’s (4) + 18 months of skilled work in NZ (2). |
| SMC Skilled Work Experience | Yes | Pay of at least $38.50 (1.1×), 5 years of relevant experience including 2 in New Zealand. |
| SMC Trades and Technician | No | Not on the Trades and Technician list. |
Green List Tier 1 requirement
Engineering
One of the following:
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (Network Engineering) (NZQCF Level 8)Bachelor of Engineering (NZQCF Level 7)Bachelor of Engineering Technology (NZQCF Level 7)A Washington Accord or Sydney Accord accredited undergraduate (initial) degree (listed - see Note 2)A qualification comparable to NZQCF Level 7 or higher, with a letter from Engineering New Zealand certifying that the degree and any further learning meet the benchmark requirements towards Chartered Professional Engineer professional status in New ZealandNZ registration as a Chartered Professional Engineer by Engineering New Zealand
In Australia: Telecommunications Engineer · last 189 cut-off 85 points (15 October 2026).
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Every pathway also needs an accredited employer, full-time work, age 55 or under, English, health and character. Appendix 13 · SR3.10