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ANZSCO Is to be replaced by NOL

The ANZSCO is to be replaced by comparable but separate systems for both Australia and New Zealand.

Open work rights for partners of migrant workers announced

From 2 December 2024, more partners of migrant workers can get open work rights, allowing them to work for any employer in New Zealand if they meet the eligibility criteria.
Accredited Employer Work Visa

Accredited Employer Work Visa prioritisation process

Immigration New Zealand is making changes to improve wait times across the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.

The Green List Straight to Residence pathway is now open and migrants employed in a role on the Green List may now qualify for a Straight to Residence Visa or a Work to Residence Visa.

Following the announcement of sector agreements being introduced, Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, provides us with a quick summary of what and who.

Find out more about the sector agreements that will be introduced by Immigration New Zealand

Doubling the Working Holiday Visa cap and introducing industry Sector Agreements aims to increase the eligible pool of workers in New Zealand.

This week Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, recorded a further video update to the AEWV job check and the issues of incorrect job check applications.

Immigration NZ have been analysing AEWV applications and have developed resources to ensure applications are processed smoothly.

New Zealand's borders are now open and the war for talent continues. Find out some ways to stand out from the crowd and attract foreign workers to your business.

Arno Nothnagel recorded a quick 4 minute video to give our NZ employers more information around the Job Check requirement as part of AEWV.

We provide you with a summary of key changes and dates because at 11.59 pm on 31 July, the final steps of the Reconnecting strategy will be reached

We provide you with a summary of key changes and dates because at 11.59 pm on 31 July, the final steps of the Reconnecting strategy will be reached

A new Active Investor Plus visa category will be introduced into New Zealand on 19 September 2022.

The final steps of the Reconnecting New Zealanders Strategy have been brought forward, allowing Immigration New Zealand (INZ) to phase out the border exceptions system from 31 July.

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Parent Resident Visa: Immigration NZ removes queue cap and clarifies process

From 1 July 2025, changes to the Parent Resident Visa in New Zealand aim to simplify the process and improve chances for applicants in the ballot pool.

English language test dates confirmed for Samoa and Tonga in August 2025

IELTS General Training tests will be held in Samoa on 23 August and Tonga on 29 August 2025. AEWV and residence visa applicants should take this opportunity as no permanent

How to hire migrant workers under the AEWV

This guide explains the full AEWV hiring process in New Zealand and what accredited employers must do to remain compliant with immigration and employment standards.
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Parent Resident Visa: Immigration NZ removes queue cap and clarifies process

From 1 July 2025, changes to the Parent Resident Visa in New Zealand aim to simplify the process and improve chances for applicants in the ballot pool.

English language test dates confirmed for Samoa and Tonga in August 2025

IELTS General Training tests will be held in Samoa on 23 August and Tonga on 29 August 2025. AEWV and residence visa applicants should take this opportunity as no permanent

How to hire migrant workers under the AEWV

This guide explains the full AEWV hiring process in New Zealand and what accredited employers must do to remain compliant with immigration and employment standards.

New travel pathway for Chinese tourists to boost visitor numbers

From November 2025, Chinese tourists travelling from Australia with a valid visa will be able to enter New Zealand for up to 3 months using an NZeTA instead of a

More countries added to NZ qualification exemption list

From 23 June 2025, qualifications from nine additional countries will be exempt from New Zealand’s International Qualification Assessment (IQA) for certain visas, including the Skilled Migrant Category.

NZ Citizens Departing, Migrants Arriving

With more New Zealanders moving abroad, employers are turning to skilled migrant workers to maintain business continuity and address critical labour shortages.
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Featured migration story headline to go here

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Parent Resident Visa: Immigration NZ removes queue cap and clarifies process

From 1 July 2025, changes to the Parent Resident Visa in New Zealand aim to simplify the process and improve chances for applicants in the ballot pool.
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exemptions

Short-term exemptions to AEWV skills requirements to address labour shortages

As of 08 September 2024, the New Zealand government introduced short-term exemptions to the AEWV skills requirements aimed at addressing labour shortages in specific roles and sectors.
work rights

Part-time work rights for migrant school leavers awaiting residence decisions

Migrant school leavers awaiting residence decisions can now work part-time under specific conditions, ensuring equal work rights across visa types.
rse scheme

Improvements to Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme

The New Zealand Government expands the RSE scheme with more workers, visa flexibility, and improved conditions, effective from September 2024.

The Green List Straight to Residence pathway is now open and migrants employed in a role on the Green List may now qualify for a Straight to Residence Visa or a Work to Residence Visa.

Following the announcement of sector agreements being introduced, Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, provides us with a quick summary of what and who.

Find out more about the sector agreements that will be introduced by Immigration New Zealand

Doubling the Working Holiday Visa cap and introducing industry Sector Agreements aims to increase the eligible pool of workers in New Zealand.

This week Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, recorded a further video update to the AEWV job check and the issues of incorrect job check applications.

Immigration NZ have been analysing AEWV applications and have developed resources to ensure applications are processed smoothly.

New Zealand's borders are now open and the war for talent continues. Find out some ways to stand out from the crowd and attract foreign workers to your business.

Arno Nothnagel recorded a quick 4 minute video to give our NZ employers more information around the Job Check requirement as part of AEWV.

We provide you with a summary of key changes and dates because at 11.59 pm on 31 July, the final steps of the Reconnecting strategy will be reached

We provide you with a summary of key changes and dates because at 11.59 pm on 31 July, the final steps of the Reconnecting strategy will be reached

A new Active Investor Plus visa category will be introduced into New Zealand on 19 September 2022.

The final steps of the Reconnecting New Zealanders Strategy have been brought forward, allowing Immigration New Zealand (INZ) to phase out the border exceptions system from 31 July.

Featured migration story headline to go here

Ehenducienis am, quis dolorerovid quia que lam, ut opta sita non nonem velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiorequis velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiore, simagnita nonsequia.

Parent Resident Visa: Immigration NZ removes queue cap and clarifies process

From 1 July 2025, changes to the Parent Resident Visa in New Zealand aim to simplify the process and improve chances for applicants in the ballot pool.

English language test dates confirmed for Samoa and Tonga in August 2025

IELTS General Training tests will be held in Samoa on 23 August and Tonga on 29 August 2025. AEWV and residence visa applicants should take this opportunity as no permanent

How to hire migrant workers under the AEWV

This guide explains the full AEWV hiring process in New Zealand and what accredited employers must do to remain compliant with immigration and employment standards.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

Featured migration story headline to go here

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Parent Resident Visa: Immigration NZ removes queue cap and clarifies process

From 1 July 2025, changes to the Parent Resident Visa in New Zealand aim to simplify the process and improve chances for applicants in the ballot pool.

English language test dates confirmed for Samoa and Tonga in August 2025

IELTS General Training tests will be held in Samoa on 23 August and Tonga on 29 August 2025. AEWV and residence visa applicants should take this opportunity as no permanent

How to hire migrant workers under the AEWV

This guide explains the full AEWV hiring process in New Zealand and what accredited employers must do to remain compliant with immigration and employment standards.

New travel pathway for Chinese tourists to boost visitor numbers

From November 2025, Chinese tourists travelling from Australia with a valid visa will be able to enter New Zealand for up to 3 months using an NZeTA instead of a

More countries added to NZ qualification exemption list

From 23 June 2025, qualifications from nine additional countries will be exempt from New Zealand’s International Qualification Assessment (IQA) for certain visas, including the Skilled Migrant Category.

NZ Citizens Departing, Migrants Arriving

With more New Zealanders moving abroad, employers are turning to skilled migrant workers to maintain business continuity and address critical labour shortages.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

Featured migration story headline to go here

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Parent Resident Visa: Immigration NZ removes queue cap and clarifies process

From 1 July 2025, changes to the Parent Resident Visa in New Zealand aim to simplify the process and improve chances for applicants in the ballot pool.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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