Working in New Zealand

Do doctors need to register with the Medical Council of New Zealand?

At the time of lodging an application, a doctor applying for a work visa or a residence visa for New Zealand must provide evidence from the Medical Council of New Zealand of:

  • Full or provisional occupational registration in New Zealand, or
  • Evidence that he or she is eligible for full or provisional registration subject only to attending a personal interview with a Council representative within one month of arrival in New Zealand.


For information about registration requirements for doctors and other medical professionals, please refer to the Medical Council of New Zealand.