After getting PR in New Zealand, can I move to Australia after some years?
27 Jul 2026 · Answered by Pushplata Gaddmwar · 1 min read
No, having Permanent Residency (PR) in New Zealand does not automatically allow you to move to Australia. New Zealand PR holders are considered foreign nationals in Australia and must apply for the appropriate Australian visa if they wish to live or work there.
Only New Zealand citizens have special rights to live and work in Australia without a visa. If you plan to move to Australia after getting New Zealand PR, you will need to go through Australia's standard visa application process.
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