New Zealand: The "Lifestyle & Security" Option

• The Pros: Straight to Residence (Green List Tier 1). Excellent work-life balance. Immediate recognition of UK GDC degrees.

• The Cons: Lowest salaries among the "Big 4" (though still higher than many NHS roles). Extremely long travel distance from the UK.

• The Hurdles: Primarily administrative. The DCNZ paperwork is thorough but predictable. No clinical exams.

• Time Scale: 4–5 months from application to chair.