New Zealand nursing registration

1. Verify your documents

Start with the verification service currently specified by NCNZ.

The Council’s internationally qualified nurse pathway refers applicants to TruMerit to verify and authenticate required credentials. Allow time for verification and have institutions or regulators provide documents as instructed.

2. Apply to NCNZ

Submit your application and supporting evidence through the Council’s process.

Prepare identity, qualification, registration, English-language and practice evidence as required for your circumstances. The Council may request additional documents while assessing your application.

3. Complete any required assessment

Additional competence requirements are determined by NCNZ.

Depending on the assessment outcome, you may be asked to complete specified cultural safety learning, theoretical or clinical competence assessments, or other requirements. Follow the Council’s notice for the exact pathway and sequence.

4. Meet remaining registration requirements

Registration follows only after all applicable requirements are met.

NCNZ will explain any final requirements and the steps for registration. Employment and registration are separate matters; the Nursing Council does not recruit or place nurses.