Applications and Priority Changes for Work to Residence Visas
The Immigration New Zealand recently announced several updates to the Green List, RSE, and more.
27/09/2023
The Immigration New Zealand recently announced several updates to the Green List, RSE, and more.
The Immigration New Zealand recently announced several updates to the Green List, RSE, and more.
The New Zealand Government has announced changes to the immigration system to increase protection and support for migrant workers.
From 29 September 2023, the List of Qualifications Exempt from Assessment is being updated to coincide with the Green List and Sector Work to Residence (WTR) categories and will mean that the new LQEA will be in place when the new SMC opens on 9 October 2023.
The new median wage of NZD$31.61 per hour will be adopted into the immigration system in February 2024.
From 25 September 2023, Immigration New Zealand will be changing how they respond to false or misleading information in visa applications.
From 27 November 2023, the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) will change to include a maximum continuous stay and a longer visa length.
Immigration New Zealand has clarified that all Green List Straight to Residence applicants will be required to have a job or job offer that meets the median wage requirement.
Eligibility for the Green List Work to Residence visas and the Care Workforce and Transport Sector Agreements is being extended to include all temporary work visa holders and Critical Purpose Visitor Visa holders with work rights.
