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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.
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NZ Skilled Migrant Visa thresholds increase on Feb 28th. AEWV remains. The change aims to attract high-skilled workers while ensuring fair wages.
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New Zealand Immigration now requires online applications for the Permanent Resident visa, SSRV and VOTC visas to streamline processing and minimize paper use.

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

At midnight yesterday, Monday 8 June, New Zealand moved to Alert Level 1 as the country now has zero active COVID-19 cases.

New Zealand Travel Exceptions

The New Zealand border remains closed to all but New Zealand citizens and residents. Despite the country internally decreasing COIVD-19 restrictions, the border closures have not changed.

With the return of Immigration New Zealand (INZ) to the office at 70% working capacity, we're hoping to see the processing of more visas and requests. One of the improved processes INZ have implemented is the

Are visas still being processed by Immigration New Zealand (INZ)? INZ continues to process visas for people who have a critical purpose for coming to New Zealand

The Immigration (COVID-19 Response) Amendment Act 2020 has been fast-tracked by the New Zealand Government to allow them to respond efficiently to immigration issues arising from COVID-19 and came

Effective from 11:59pm 27 April 2020, New Zealand will move out of Alert Level 4 lockdown. The announcement comes from the New Zealand

Effective from today, 16 April 2020, the New Zealand Government has relaxed visa conditions for a temporary period of time to allow

The Government has announced stricter isolation measures for ALL passengers (including New Zealand citizens and residents)

Holders of a work, student, visitor, limited or interim visa with an expiry date of 2 April to 9 July 2020 inclusive who were 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.

The New Zealand Government has announced some changes to Temporary Work visas that will modify how businesses employ foreign workers. The developments include the introduction of a new employer accreditation, a single temporary work visa, and a new employer-led system.

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AEWV 2025 reforms streamline New Zealand's work visa processes
New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
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.
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AEWV 2025 reforms streamline New Zealand's work visa processes
New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
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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AEWV 2025 reforms streamline New Zealand's work visa processes
New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.
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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
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Our NZ Immigration Director, Arno Nothnagel, gave our viewers an overview of the NZ Skilled Residence Pathways
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The Immigration New Zealand recently announced several updates to the Green List, RSE, and more.

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

At midnight yesterday, Monday 8 June, New Zealand moved to Alert Level 1 as the country now has zero active COVID-19 cases.

New Zealand Travel Exceptions

The New Zealand border remains closed to all but New Zealand citizens and residents. Despite the country internally decreasing COIVD-19 restrictions, the border closures have not changed.

With the return of Immigration New Zealand (INZ) to the office at 70% working capacity, we're hoping to see the processing of more visas and requests. One of the improved processes INZ have implemented is the

Are visas still being processed by Immigration New Zealand (INZ)? INZ continues to process visas for people who have a critical purpose for coming to New Zealand

The Immigration (COVID-19 Response) Amendment Act 2020 has been fast-tracked by the New Zealand Government to allow them to respond efficiently to immigration issues arising from COVID-19 and came

Effective from 11:59pm 27 April 2020, New Zealand will move out of Alert Level 4 lockdown. The announcement comes from the New Zealand

Effective from today, 16 April 2020, the New Zealand Government has relaxed visa conditions for a temporary period of time to allow

The Government has announced stricter isolation measures for ALL passengers (including New Zealand citizens and residents)

Holders of a work, student, visitor, limited or interim visa with an expiry date of 2 April to 9 July 2020 inclusive who were 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.

The New Zealand Government has announced some changes to Temporary Work visas that will modify how businesses employ foreign workers. The developments include the introduction of a new employer accreditation, a single temporary work visa, and a new employer-led system.

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 2025 reforms streamline New Zealand's work visa processes
New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
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.
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 2025 reforms streamline New Zealand's work visa processes
New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
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.
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 2025 reforms streamline New Zealand's work visa processes
New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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