A new survey has found that over 90% of skilled migrants feel very happy and settled after their first 18 months of living in New Zealand.
The Longitudinal Immigration Survey, conducted by the Department of Labour, found that skilled migrants start contributing to the country’s economy quickly after arriving.
“We’re seeing a really positive trend with skilled migrants they are productive, they provide employers with the skills (that) may not be available in the workforce and they contribute to economic growth,” commented Immigration Minister Jonathan Coleman.
The minister added that New Zealand migrants add $1.9 billion a year to the country’s economy and, with many countries competing for their skills, the fact that they are happy in the country is an important factor.