# Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa Planning residence through the **[Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa](https://nzimmigration.info/residence-visa/skilled-migrant-visa/)**? Major changes arrive 24 August 2026. New pathways include Skilled Work Experience and Trades & Technician. Wage rules simplify—you only need the rate from when you started qualifying work. New Zealand qualifications now earn more points. Immigration Advisers New Zealand Ltd guides you through every step. Contact us today. Email: contact@nzimmigration.info Phone: +64 93790219 WhatsApp: +64 29 774 2233