Can I apply for a work visa if I am refused a New Zealand tourist visa?

Yes.

I applied for a New Zealand tourist visa before but was rejected. This time I want to apply for a working holiday in New Zealand, but I will still be rejected. This visa can only be applied for once in a lifetime. Once rejected, it will be very difficult to apply again in the future.

However, the actual success rate is extremely low. The answer is that it is possible, but there is a high probability of being rejected. Many people’s rejection letters state that although they claim to have a job in China, they cannot provide a salary slip proving a stable income. Tax returns or social security, etc.