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Upcoming reforms to AEWV: Removal of module requirements and adjusted workforce threshold

New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
AEWV 2025 reforms streamline New Zealand's work visa processes

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

Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV): Key Updates and Processing Improvements 

The New Zealand Government has introduced key changes to simplify AEWV processes, improve application efficiency, and reduce administrative burdens for employers.

A new class border exception has been created to enable 300 overseas qualified teachers to enter New Zealand. This includes teachers who were already employed in New Zealand but left the country and were unable to return to their job due to the border closure and therefore may also be eligible.

The New Zealand government has announced a 5-stage plan to gradually open the border, starting on Sunday, February 27, 11.59 pm with fully vaccinated New Zealand citizens who are in Australia.

The New Zealand Government has just announced that from 11.59 pm Tuesday 12 April, Australians will be able to travel to New Zealand, isolation-free. Coinciding with the start of the Australian school holidays, this date has been brought forward which is great news for tourist operators in New Zealand and for eligible tourists outside the border.

From Sunday 13 March, 11.59 pm, applications will be open for a range of working holiday schemes in New Zealand. The opening will be a staged approach with various schemes being opened on particular dates that will be confirmed by Immigration New Zealand.

NZ Border Class Exceptions Announced

The New Zealand Government has announced border class exceptions within the technology and agriculture sectors.

Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, and Trinity, our NZ Migration Strategist, hosted a webinar to provide further updates on New Zealand’s one-off ‘2021 NZ Resident Visa’.

New Zealand Borders are Set to Reopen

It’s the news that so many thousands have been waiting for – January 2022, New Zealand will be welcoming in Kiwis and other eligible travelers. There are three key steps for when travellers can enter New Zealand without going into MIQ

Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, and Trinity, our NZ Migration Strategist, hosted a webinar to provide further updates on New Zealand’s one-off ‘2021 NZ Resident Visa’.

Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, and our special guest Paul Wheeler, Director & Aged Care Recruitment Specialist at Carejobz, hosted a webinar to provide insights about the opportunities for Qualified Aged Care & Healthcare workers in New Zealand

Following the NZ Government’s recent announcement of the one-off 2021 NZ Resident Visa, further details have been released for the pathway to residence for migrants to New Zealand. There are two application phases with different dates and also a number of criteria options.

The new Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) will be introduced on 4 July 2022. The AEWV is a new type of accreditation and employers will need to apply, even if they have been accredited under the previous system.

NZ Immigration Update

Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, and Trinity Li, NZ Immigration Agent, hosted a webinar to provide further details on the NZ Government announcement regarding the new one-off ‘2021 NZ Resident Visa’.

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Confidential immigration advice key to supporting visa overstayers in New Zealand

Immigration New Zealand estimates around 20,980 people are currently overstaying their visas. Many face fear, exploitation, and limited access to services, making early, confidential immigration advice essential.

87 new occupations recognised under the Accredited Employer Work Visa

Since 3 November 2025, 87 new occupations from New Zealand’s National Occupation List have been recognised for Accredited Employer Work Visa applications, expanding opportunities for employers and skilled migrants.

How to protect your organisation from penalties and visa rejections

Avoid visa rejections and employer penalties in New Zealand by following lawful immigration practices, engaging licensed advisers, and maintaining full transparency with Immigration New Zealand.
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Confidential immigration advice key to supporting visa overstayers in New Zealand

Immigration New Zealand estimates around 20,980 people are currently overstaying their visas. Many face fear, exploitation, and limited access to services, making early, confidential immigration advice essential.

87 new occupations recognised under the Accredited Employer Work Visa

Since 3 November 2025, 87 new occupations from New Zealand’s National Occupation List have been recognised for Accredited Employer Work Visa applications, expanding opportunities for employers and skilled migrants.

How to protect your organisation from penalties and visa rejections

Avoid visa rejections and employer penalties in New Zealand by following lawful immigration practices, engaging licensed advisers, and maintaining full transparency with Immigration New Zealand.

New process for employers managing AEWV transitions during business sales

Immigration New Zealand has introduced a new process for employers managing AEWV holders after a business sale or restructure. Employers must submit a new job check to keep records accurate,

What is considered immigration advice? A guide for HR professionals

HR professionals in New Zealand must understand what legally counts as immigration advice under the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007 to avoid breaching the law. This guide outlines what does

Redesigned online Job Check form live: streamlined process for faster hiring

New Zealand Immigration’s redesigned Job Check form is now live, making it easier for employers and advisers save time with clearer guidance, upfront requirements, and faster application outcomes.
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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Confidential immigration advice key to supporting visa overstayers in New Zealand

Immigration New Zealand estimates around 20,980 people are currently overstaying their visas. Many face fear, exploitation, and limited access to services, making early, confidential immigration advice essential.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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.

Migrant employee stops working for you? Here is how to report employment changes

Accredited employers in New Zealand must notify Immigration NZ if an AEWV holder stops working for them.

A new class border exception has been created to enable 300 overseas qualified teachers to enter New Zealand. This includes teachers who were already employed in New Zealand but left the country and were unable to return to their job due to the border closure and therefore may also be eligible.

The New Zealand government has announced a 5-stage plan to gradually open the border, starting on Sunday, February 27, 11.59 pm with fully vaccinated New Zealand citizens who are in Australia.

The New Zealand Government has just announced that from 11.59 pm Tuesday 12 April, Australians will be able to travel to New Zealand, isolation-free. Coinciding with the start of the Australian school holidays, this date has been brought forward which is great news for tourist operators in New Zealand and for eligible tourists outside the border.

From Sunday 13 March, 11.59 pm, applications will be open for a range of working holiday schemes in New Zealand. The opening will be a staged approach with various schemes being opened on particular dates that will be confirmed by Immigration New Zealand.

NZ Border Class Exceptions Announced

The New Zealand Government has announced border class exceptions within the technology and agriculture sectors.

Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, and Trinity, our NZ Migration Strategist, hosted a webinar to provide further updates on New Zealand’s one-off ‘2021 NZ Resident Visa’.

New Zealand Borders are Set to Reopen

It’s the news that so many thousands have been waiting for – January 2022, New Zealand will be welcoming in Kiwis and other eligible travelers. There are three key steps for when travellers can enter New Zealand without going into MIQ

Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, and Trinity, our NZ Migration Strategist, hosted a webinar to provide further updates on New Zealand’s one-off ‘2021 NZ Resident Visa’.

Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, and our special guest Paul Wheeler, Director & Aged Care Recruitment Specialist at Carejobz, hosted a webinar to provide insights about the opportunities for Qualified Aged Care & Healthcare workers in New Zealand

Following the NZ Government’s recent announcement of the one-off 2021 NZ Resident Visa, further details have been released for the pathway to residence for migrants to New Zealand. There are two application phases with different dates and also a number of criteria options.

The new Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) will be introduced on 4 July 2022. The AEWV is a new type of accreditation and employers will need to apply, even if they have been accredited under the previous system.

NZ Immigration Update

Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, and Trinity Li, NZ Immigration Agent, hosted a webinar to provide further details on the NZ Government announcement regarding the new one-off ‘2021 NZ Resident Visa’.

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.

Confidential immigration advice key to supporting visa overstayers in New Zealand

Immigration New Zealand estimates around 20,980 people are currently overstaying their visas. Many face fear, exploitation, and limited access to services, making early, confidential immigration advice essential.

87 new occupations recognised under the Accredited Employer Work Visa

Since 3 November 2025, 87 new occupations from New Zealand’s National Occupation List have been recognised for Accredited Employer Work Visa applications, expanding opportunities for employers and skilled migrants.

How to protect your organisation from penalties and visa rejections

Avoid visa rejections and employer penalties in New Zealand by following lawful immigration practices, engaging licensed advisers, and maintaining full transparency with Immigration New Zealand.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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.

Confidential immigration advice key to supporting visa overstayers in New Zealand

Immigration New Zealand estimates around 20,980 people are currently overstaying their visas. Many face fear, exploitation, and limited access to services, making early, confidential immigration advice essential.

87 new occupations recognised under the Accredited Employer Work Visa

Since 3 November 2025, 87 new occupations from New Zealand’s National Occupation List have been recognised for Accredited Employer Work Visa applications, expanding opportunities for employers and skilled migrants.

How to protect your organisation from penalties and visa rejections

Avoid visa rejections and employer penalties in New Zealand by following lawful immigration practices, engaging licensed advisers, and maintaining full transparency with Immigration New Zealand.

New process for employers managing AEWV transitions during business sales

Immigration New Zealand has introduced a new process for employers managing AEWV holders after a business sale or restructure. Employers must submit a new job check to keep records accurate,

What is considered immigration advice? A guide for HR professionals

HR professionals in New Zealand must understand what legally counts as immigration advice under the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007 to avoid breaching the law. This guide outlines what does

Redesigned online Job Check form live: streamlined process for faster hiring

New Zealand Immigration’s redesigned Job Check form is now live, making it easier for employers and advisers save time with clearer guidance, upfront requirements, and faster application outcomes.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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.

Confidential immigration advice key to supporting visa overstayers in New Zealand

Immigration New Zealand estimates around 20,980 people are currently overstaying their visas. Many face fear, exploitation, and limited access to services, making early, confidential immigration advice essential.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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