Moving from Pakistan
Pakistan vs 
New Zealand
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To live as well as on Rs 100,000 a month in Pakistan, you would need about
NZD 2,450 a month in New Zealand (US$1,380)
Everyday prices in New Zealand are about 3.8× Pakistan's.
| In Pakistan | Equivalent in New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Rs 50,000 | NZD 1,230 (US$690) |
| Rs 100,000 | NZD 2,450 (US$1,380) |
| Rs 200,000 | NZD 4,910 (US$2,760) |
| Rs 400,000 | NZD 9,820 (US$5,520) |
Try your own amount in the cost of living calculator → National averages: rents in the biggest cities are usually higher.
Side by side
| Pakistan | New Zealand | |
|---|---|---|
| Coldest / warmest month (main city) | 20° / 31°C (Karachi) | 11° / 20°C (Auckland) |
| Everyday prices (US = 100) | 23 | 89 |
| Income per person a year (PPP $) | 6,600 | 57,400 |
| Unemployment | 5.4% | 5.1% |
| Homicides per 100,000 | 4.3 | 1.5 |
| Political stability (-2.5 to 2.5) | -1.95 | 1.18 |
| Life expectancy | 67.8 years | 82.0 years |
| Fine-particle pollution (µg/m³) | 58 | 7 |
| Languages (editorial) | Urdu, English, regional languages | English, Māori |
Green marks where New Zealand does better than Pakistan on that measure. Sources and years are on the country page.
Language and daily life
Two main islands of mountains, lakes and coast with a mild climate, small cities and an outdoor lifestyle. Editorial
English is an official language, so English-speaking Pakistanis can work and study without learning a new language.
Visas for Pakistanis
- Visiting: Pakistani passport holders need a visa arranged in advance. All visa-free countries.
- Living there: you need a residence route (work, study, family or investment). Rules change often; check the official site: www.immigration.govt.nz.
- New Zealand student visa guide
- New Zealand tourist / visit visa guide
- New Zealand work visa guide
- Study in New Zealand
- Scholarships in New Zealand
Questions
How much money do I need in New Zealand compared with Pakistan?
To live as well as on Rs 100,000 a month in Pakistan, you would need about NZD 2,450 a month in New Zealand (about US$1,380), based on World Bank price levels and today's exchange rate. Everyday prices in New Zealand are about 3.8 times those in Pakistan.
Is New Zealand safer than Pakistan?
New Zealand records 1.5 intentional homicides per 100,000 people a year, against 4.3 in Pakistan (UNODC via the World Bank). Political stability scores are 1.18 and -1.95 respectively.
Can Pakistanis move to New Zealand?
It depends on the route: work, study, family or investment, each with its own rules. Start with the official immigration website (www.immigration.govt.nz). For a short visit, Pakistani passport holders currently need visa required.
Figures from the World Bank (CC BY 4.0) and NASA POWER, with today's exchange rates. National averages hide differences between cities. Not immigration advice.