SM5.5 Minimum standard of English language for principal applicants
they have current skilled employment in New Zealand for a period of at least 12 months (see SM7);
evidence that you’ve been employed in New Zealand for at least 12 months in a position that’s required you to speak English. We’ll need to a written reference on company letterhead from your employer providing their contact details and details of your employment with them. If you’re still employed, you can instead show us your current employment contract