Moving Overseas?

Psychologists seeking employment overseas, or to register with an overseas authority, are often asked to obtain a Certificate of Good Standing from the Psychologists Board. This Certificate records registration details, whether a Practicing Certificate is held, and notes that the practitioner has no outstanding complaints or competence matters.  It will be signed and dated by the Registrar.  This document helps authorities and prospective employers to determine whether or not you are a fit and proper person to be registered.

The cost of this document, and any other document required for the purpose of seeking registration overseas from the Board, can be viewed here. Payment and a letter (including registration number) requesting a Certificate of Good Standing should be sent to the Board,   Payments by cheque, MasterCard, or Visa credit card are accepted. The Certificate and a receipt will be mailed out within 5 business days.

Psychologists who are overseas will have their entry held in the archive section of the Register. They should provide the Board with an overseas contact address. Psychologists who are overseas will not receive an Annual Practising Certificate Renewal Notice (Invoice). Psychologists who return to New Zealand and want to commence practising will need to contact the Board about purchasing an Annual Practising Certificate and inform the Board of their New Zealand address.

Notification of Address and Name Changes

Use the Change Register Details page to notify the Registrar of any changes of address or name [click here].