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The residence routes open to Australians moving to New Zealand, with income thresholds shown in AUD, costs, timelines and eligibility.
New Zealand offers Australians 1 main residence route: digital nomad.
As an Australian passport holder you can already enter New Zealand visa-free, so you can scout neighbourhoods, view property and open a bank account before committing to a long-stay visa.
Moving to New Zealand does not end your Australia tax filing: as an Australian citizen you remain taxed on worldwide income wherever you live.
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