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NZ Immigration Updates
Immigration New Zealand announces updates to the List of Qualifications Exempt from Assessment for skilled migrant visas and the successful online transition for Permanent Resident Visa applications
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Accredited Employers under NZ’s AEWV scheme can now renew online. Renewals last 24 months (12 for some). Apply close to expiry and choose the right type to avoid fees.
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NZ’s temporary support for migrant workers on special visas ends Mar 18. No further aid after that, but visa holders can still work legally.

Why Invest in New Zealand

There are a number of economic reasons why investing in New Zealand is a great decision, and we’ve listed the top 5 for you here:

If you want to hire a migrant working from 7 October 2020 the process for getting a Skills Match report will change. The New Zealand Government is streamlining the Skills Match Report process so employers can more easily find out if New Zealanders are available for jobs.

Former RSE workers who are still in New Zealand on flexible limited visas enabling them to work part time and do non-RSE work, will now be able to ‘re-enter’ the RSE Scheme and work for RSE employers in the

Arno touches down in NZ!

Investment opportunities in New Zealand continue to grow as the New Zealand Government target businesses, investors and entrepreneurs as they focus on rebuilding their economy through investment and immigration.

Immigration New Zealand (INZ) have announced, after not processing any offshore visas since the border closures, that they will resume processing some visa applications.

The Minister of Immigration has announced changes to border exceptions for critical workers, following on from similar changes to border exceptions for temporary work visa holders.

The New Zealand Government is taking the first step in enabling temporary work visa holders to return to New Zealand with the creation of a new border exception category. The new exemption category is specifically for

The new Zealand Government has again made short term changes to visa settings that will assist two more groups of migrants already in New

Investment opportunities in New Zealand continue to grow as the New Zealand Government target businesses, investors and entrepreneurs as they focus on rebuilding their economy through investment and immigration.

From the beginning of the COVID-19 lockdown period in New Zealand, the Government has supported their migrant workforce and this continues to be the case.

Essential Skills work visas – Remuneration and median wage INZ have announced the combination of ANZSCO and salary to assess skill level is being replaced with a simple remuneration threshold,

The Minister of Immigration has now implemented immigration instructions to give effect to the border exception changes announced last week.

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AEWV Updates
The New Zealand Government has introduced key changes to simplify AEWV processes, improve application efficiency, and reduce administrative burdens for employers.
Job Check Checklist
Immigration New Zealand has released a new Job Check checklist for AEWV applications, providing employers and advisers with a clear framework to streamline their submission process.
Post Study Work Visa
New Zealand has expanded the Post Study Work Visa eligibility, adding more Green List qualifications and offering flexibility for students completing consecutive qualifications.
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AEWV Updates
The New Zealand Government has introduced key changes to simplify AEWV processes, improve application efficiency, and reduce administrative burdens for employers.
Job Check Checklist
Immigration New Zealand has released a new Job Check checklist for AEWV applications, providing employers and advisers with a clear framework to streamline their submission process.
Post Study Work Visa
New Zealand has expanded the Post Study Work Visa eligibility, adding more Green List qualifications and offering flexibility for students completing consecutive qualifications.
Migrant Exploitation Protection Work Visa
The New Zealand Government announces changes to the Migrant Exploitation Protection Work Visa, removing the ability to apply for a second MEPV.
New accreditation rules for business sales and mergers
New Zealand has updated its accreditation and Job Check processes to support AEWV holders and employers during company sales and restructurings, reducing transition disruptions.
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Visa limits have been revised for the China Special Work Visa. These adjustments align the visa with recent New Zealand-China Free Trade Agreement updates.
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AEWV Updates
The New Zealand Government has introduced key changes to simplify AEWV processes, improve application efficiency, and reduce administrative burdens for employers.
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This article explains New Zealand’s Straight to Residence and Work to Residence Visas for individuals with Green List occupations. Both require specific roles, qualifications, income or registration with the latter
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From 27 Nov 2023, NZ’s AEWV program changes include a new ‘maximum stay’ and extended visa lengths, affecting application and extension processes.
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From 29 October, employers cannot use 90-day trial periods on an AEWV. From 27 November, construction firms will need to have at least 35% of their labour hire workforce made

Why Invest in New Zealand

There are a number of economic reasons why investing in New Zealand is a great decision, and we’ve listed the top 5 for you here:

If you want to hire a migrant working from 7 October 2020 the process for getting a Skills Match report will change. The New Zealand Government is streamlining the Skills Match Report process so employers can more easily find out if New Zealanders are available for jobs.

Former RSE workers who are still in New Zealand on flexible limited visas enabling them to work part time and do non-RSE work, will now be able to ‘re-enter’ the RSE Scheme and work for RSE employers in the

Arno touches down in NZ!

Investment opportunities in New Zealand continue to grow as the New Zealand Government target businesses, investors and entrepreneurs as they focus on rebuilding their economy through investment and immigration.

Immigration New Zealand (INZ) have announced, after not processing any offshore visas since the border closures, that they will resume processing some visa applications.

The Minister of Immigration has announced changes to border exceptions for critical workers, following on from similar changes to border exceptions for temporary work visa holders.

The New Zealand Government is taking the first step in enabling temporary work visa holders to return to New Zealand with the creation of a new border exception category. The new exemption category is specifically for

The new Zealand Government has again made short term changes to visa settings that will assist two more groups of migrants already in New

Investment opportunities in New Zealand continue to grow as the New Zealand Government target businesses, investors and entrepreneurs as they focus on rebuilding their economy through investment and immigration.

From the beginning of the COVID-19 lockdown period in New Zealand, the Government has supported their migrant workforce and this continues to be the case.

Essential Skills work visas – Remuneration and median wage INZ have announced the combination of ANZSCO and salary to assess skill level is being replaced with a simple remuneration threshold,

The Minister of Immigration has now implemented immigration instructions to give effect to the border exception changes announced last week.

Screenshot 2023 06 30 at 10.03.42 am 1

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.

AEWV Updates
The New Zealand Government has introduced key changes to simplify AEWV processes, improve application efficiency, and reduce administrative burdens for employers.
Job Check Checklist
Immigration New Zealand has released a new Job Check checklist for AEWV applications, providing employers and advisers with a clear framework to streamline their submission process.
Post Study Work Visa
New Zealand has expanded the Post Study Work Visa eligibility, adding more Green List qualifications and offering flexibility for students completing consecutive qualifications.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.
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Featured migration story headline to go here

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AEWV Updates
The New Zealand Government has introduced key changes to simplify AEWV processes, improve application efficiency, and reduce administrative burdens for employers.
Job Check Checklist
Immigration New Zealand has released a new Job Check checklist for AEWV applications, providing employers and advisers with a clear framework to streamline their submission process.
Post Study Work Visa
New Zealand has expanded the Post Study Work Visa eligibility, adding more Green List qualifications and offering flexibility for students completing consecutive qualifications.
Migrant Exploitation Protection Work Visa
The New Zealand Government announces changes to the Migrant Exploitation Protection Work Visa, removing the ability to apply for a second MEPV.
New accreditation rules for business sales and mergers
New Zealand has updated its accreditation and Job Check processes to support AEWV holders and employers during company sales and restructurings, reducing transition disruptions.
freepik candid image photography natural textures highly r 13850
Visa limits have been revised for the China Special Work Visa. These adjustments align the visa with recent New Zealand-China Free Trade Agreement updates.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.
Screenshot 2023 06 30 at 10.03.42 am 1

Featured migration story headline to go here

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AEWV Updates
The New Zealand Government has introduced key changes to simplify AEWV processes, improve application efficiency, and reduce administrative burdens for employers.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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