Abstract

According to the New Zealand Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, India is now the largest source-country of migrants approved for residence in New Zealand under the Skilled Migrant Category. In this context, many Indian international students have transitioned to temporary work and permanent residence. Drawing on data from 18 interviews with former Indian international students who have since gained permanent residence in New Zealand, the paper examines how social capital in the form of social networks is important for migrant students in finding suitable employment and transitioning to permanent residence. Emphasis is placed not only on how social networks facilitate and structure their opportunities for permanent settlement in New Zealand, but also in providing support in their transition from temporary to permanent settlers.

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