18th February 2005
SMC passmark remains at 100
One hundred points are still needed for permanent residence in New Zealand via Skilled Migration.
In this fortnight's draw, 834 Expressions of Interest, representing 1994 people were selected. These applicants
will now undergo preliminary checks. Currently 84 percent of those who have undergone the verification process are invited to formally apply for residence in New Zealand.
Top 10 countries of the people selected
| Country | Selected EOI's |
| UK | 30% |
| Philippines | 12% |
| India | 11% |
| China | 8% |
| South Africa | 7% |
| USA | 5% |
| Fiji | 5% |
| Malaysia | 2% |
| Germany | 2% |
| Japan | 2% |
| Total | 86% |
The 10 countries above provided 86% of the expressions of interest selected in this fortnight's draw.
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