Exceptions to residency status policy
Learn about the exceptions to residency status policy
To be eligible for training funding, health professionals wishing to enter vocational training programmes funded by the Ministry of Health’s (The Ministry) Health Workforce Directorate (the Directorate) must be New Zealand citizens or hold a permanent resident visa.
The Directorate will consider exceptions on a case-by-case basis. Prerequisites include:
Applications are made in writing by a Ministry funded provider, by completing an application form.
How to apply for exceptions (docx, 435 KB)
The Directorate will make a decision after review of the application on a case-by-case basis and will contact the training provider if further information is required.
Mailing address:
Health Workforce Directorate
PO Box 5013
Wellington 6140