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The New Zealand government has announced an expansion of eligibility for work visas granted to partners of international students enrolled in specific programs.
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The New Zealand workforce relies on migrant workers. Valid employer accreditation unlocks access to this talent. Renewing accreditation ensures compliance and continued access to a skilled overseas workforce.
Reduced Advertising
Temporary changes reduce the Job Check advertising requirement for ANZSCO level 5 dairy cattle farm roles to 14 days, helping employers expedite hiring.

2023 reopening dates for capped Working Holiday Schemes (WHS) have been confirmed, allowing more than 11,000 young people to apply and spend a year or two working and gaining some overseas work experience while they travel around New Zealand.

As planned, the new median wage of NZD $29.66 an hour will be adopted into the immigration system on 27 February 2023.

Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has decided to prioritise 2021 Resident Visa (2021RV) applications from Green List medical professionals with the aim to meet the demand for several skilled roles in the health sector.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Immigration Minister Michael Wood have announced massive changes in the immigration settings allowing nurses, specialist doctors and midwives immediate residency pathways, among a range of few additional measures.

Immigration New Zealand has made important changes to the variation of conditions or rules of some work visas, including the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) and the Essential Skills Work Visa.

2021 Resident Visa prioritisation

Employers who hire foreign skilled migrants take on responsibilities and obligations under New Zealand’s immigration and labour laws. Getting familiar with your responsibilities is crucial so here are some key points to keep in mind.

Employers who hire foreign skilled migrants take on responsibilities and obligations under New Zealand’s immigration and labour laws. Getting familiar with your responsibilities is crucial so here are some key points to keep in mind.

From Thursday 3 November 2022 at 8 pm, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is changing the expression of interest (EOI) form for the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) Resident Visa to give people more time to meet the visa requirements.

Selections of expressions of interest (EOIs) for the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa (SMC) will resume on 9 November 2022.

Selections for the Parent Resident Visa Category Expressions of Interest (EOIs) are restarting and the number of visas that can be granted each year has increased from 1,000 to 2,500.

Further to the NZ government announcements re. chef qualification requirements and the affect of the medium wage increase, find out further details for employers.

The Government will be removing the qualification requirement for chefs to be hired through an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) and for tourism and hospitality businesses, Cabinet has decided to extend the transition towards the full median wage for an additional year from 2023 to 2024.

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Accredited Employer Work Visa
Immigration New Zealand is making changes to improve wait times across the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.
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Accredited employers in New Zealand must notify Immigration NZ if an AEWV holder stops working for them.
Pathway to Nursing Jobs in New Zealand
Health professionals can now secure nursing jobs in New Zealand by following visa pathways and meeting registration requirements.
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Accredited Employer Work Visa
Immigration New Zealand is making changes to improve wait times across the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.
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Accredited employers in New Zealand must notify Immigration NZ if an AEWV holder stops working for them.
Pathway to Nursing Jobs in New Zealand
Health professionals can now secure nursing jobs in New Zealand by following visa pathways and meeting registration requirements.
partner visa
Partners of New Zealand citizens or residence visa holders will soon be eligible for longer visa durations, with work and visitor visas extending from 2 to 3 years.
Work and Income engagement
Accredited employers must engage directly with Work and Income for most ANZSCO Level 4 or 5 vacancies, improving the integrity of the Labour Market Test.
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The summer months are the busiest time for Immigration New Zealand (INZ), with a surge in visa applications from travellers worldwide.
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Accredited Employer Work Visa
Immigration New Zealand is making changes to improve wait times across the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.
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The New Zealand government has implemented significant changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) program, effective since April 7, 2024.
Secondary School Teachers
Starting May 2024, New Zealand offers a Straight-to-residence visa for eligible secondary school teachers, aligning with the latest median wage criteria.
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Immigration NZ strengthens enforcement (from April 11th) with infringement notices for non-compliant employers violating visa conditions or employing workers unlawfully.

2023 reopening dates for capped Working Holiday Schemes (WHS) have been confirmed, allowing more than 11,000 young people to apply and spend a year or two working and gaining some overseas work experience while they travel around New Zealand.

As planned, the new median wage of NZD $29.66 an hour will be adopted into the immigration system on 27 February 2023.

Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has decided to prioritise 2021 Resident Visa (2021RV) applications from Green List medical professionals with the aim to meet the demand for several skilled roles in the health sector.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Immigration Minister Michael Wood have announced massive changes in the immigration settings allowing nurses, specialist doctors and midwives immediate residency pathways, among a range of few additional measures.

Immigration New Zealand has made important changes to the variation of conditions or rules of some work visas, including the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) and the Essential Skills Work Visa.

2021 Resident Visa prioritisation

Employers who hire foreign skilled migrants take on responsibilities and obligations under New Zealand’s immigration and labour laws. Getting familiar with your responsibilities is crucial so here are some key points to keep in mind.

Employers who hire foreign skilled migrants take on responsibilities and obligations under New Zealand’s immigration and labour laws. Getting familiar with your responsibilities is crucial so here are some key points to keep in mind.

From Thursday 3 November 2022 at 8 pm, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is changing the expression of interest (EOI) form for the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) Resident Visa to give people more time to meet the visa requirements.

Selections of expressions of interest (EOIs) for the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa (SMC) will resume on 9 November 2022.

Selections for the Parent Resident Visa Category Expressions of Interest (EOIs) are restarting and the number of visas that can be granted each year has increased from 1,000 to 2,500.

Further to the NZ government announcements re. chef qualification requirements and the affect of the medium wage increase, find out further details for employers.

The Government will be removing the qualification requirement for chefs to be hired through an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) and for tourism and hospitality businesses, Cabinet has decided to extend the transition towards the full median wage for an additional year from 2023 to 2024.

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.

Accredited Employer Work Visa
Immigration New Zealand is making changes to improve wait times across the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.
business people team applauding achievement min scaled
Accredited employers in New Zealand must notify Immigration NZ if an AEWV holder stops working for them.
Pathway to Nursing Jobs in New Zealand
Health professionals can now secure nursing jobs in New Zealand by following visa pathways and meeting registration requirements.
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

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.

Accredited Employer Work Visa
Immigration New Zealand is making changes to improve wait times across the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.
business people team applauding achievement min scaled
Accredited employers in New Zealand must notify Immigration NZ if an AEWV holder stops working for them.
Pathway to Nursing Jobs in New Zealand
Health professionals can now secure nursing jobs in New Zealand by following visa pathways and meeting registration requirements.
partner visa
Partners of New Zealand citizens or residence visa holders will soon be eligible for longer visa durations, with work and visitor visas extending from 2 to 3 years.
Work and Income engagement
Accredited employers must engage directly with Work and Income for most ANZSCO Level 4 or 5 vacancies, improving the integrity of the Labour Market Test.
visa
The summer months are the busiest time for Immigration New Zealand (INZ), with a surge in visa applications from travellers worldwide.
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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Accredited Employer Work Visa
Immigration New Zealand is making changes to improve wait times across the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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