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exemptions
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
Migrant school leavers awaiting residence decisions can now work part-time under specific conditions, ensuring equal work rights across visa types.
rse scheme
The New Zealand Government expands the RSE scheme with more workers, visa flexibility, and improved conditions, effective from September 2024.

A simplified points system for skilled workers applying for the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa will be introduced from 9 October 2023.

The visa conditions for new Partner of Worker Work Visas are changing this month. Many people who apply for these visas from 31 May 2023 will need to work for an Accredited Employer and be paid at least the median wage.

Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Director, recently sat down with Georgia Hawley, Legal Recruitment Consultant at Robert Walters, to discuss the challenge NZ companies are facing in attracting talent.

The next selection for the Parent Resident Visa Category expressions of interest (EOIs) will take place on 9 May 2023.

Effective immediately, employers will have a media wage exemptions set at $28 an hour when hiring bus drivers.

Green List changes confirmed

From 29 May 2023, Internal and External Auditors will be added to the ‘Straight to Residence’ Green List pathway, along with a number of roles added to the ‘Work to Residence’ Green List pathway.

With post-accreditation checks underway by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), it is imperative that AEWV employers are compliant with their obligations.

Thirty-two new health roles have been added to the Green List and all health roles on the Green List will be moved to the Straight to Residence pathway.

Partners of AEWV and ESWV holders can apply for their own work visa or a partnership visa based on their relationship to an AEWV or ESWV holder (the Partner of a Worker Work Visa).

In response to the catastrophic devastation caused by Cyclone Gabrielle, the New Zealand Government has announced the launch of the Recovery Visa (a Specific Purpose Work Visas) - available immediately and processed by Immigration NZ within one week.

The median wage will increase to NZD $29.66 on 27 February 2023 which means the criteria to grant visas will also change.

The next selection for the Parent Resident Visa Category expressions of interest (EOIs) will take place on 14 February 2023.

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New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
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New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
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New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
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New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
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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
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.
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New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
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Transit Visa
Transit Visa applications in New Zealand are moving online, making the process seamless for travellers and eliminating the need for paper forms.
migrant
New Zealand to grant part-time work rights to migrant school leavers, aiding their integration while awaiting residency applications.
AEWV Family Criteria Changes Announced
Changes to AEWV criteria now prevent some AEWV holders in ANZSCO level 4 & 5 roles from sponsoring family visas, effective from 26 June 2024.

A simplified points system for skilled workers applying for the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa will be introduced from 9 October 2023.

The visa conditions for new Partner of Worker Work Visas are changing this month. Many people who apply for these visas from 31 May 2023 will need to work for an Accredited Employer and be paid at least the median wage.

Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Director, recently sat down with Georgia Hawley, Legal Recruitment Consultant at Robert Walters, to discuss the challenge NZ companies are facing in attracting talent.

The next selection for the Parent Resident Visa Category expressions of interest (EOIs) will take place on 9 May 2023.

Effective immediately, employers will have a media wage exemptions set at $28 an hour when hiring bus drivers.

Green List changes confirmed

From 29 May 2023, Internal and External Auditors will be added to the ‘Straight to Residence’ Green List pathway, along with a number of roles added to the ‘Work to Residence’ Green List pathway.

With post-accreditation checks underway by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), it is imperative that AEWV employers are compliant with their obligations.

Thirty-two new health roles have been added to the Green List and all health roles on the Green List will be moved to the Straight to Residence pathway.

Partners of AEWV and ESWV holders can apply for their own work visa or a partnership visa based on their relationship to an AEWV or ESWV holder (the Partner of a Worker Work Visa).

In response to the catastrophic devastation caused by Cyclone Gabrielle, the New Zealand Government has announced the launch of the Recovery Visa (a Specific Purpose Work Visas) - available immediately and processed by Immigration NZ within one week.

The median wage will increase to NZD $29.66 on 27 February 2023 which means the criteria to grant visas will also change.

The next selection for the Parent Resident Visa Category expressions of interest (EOIs) will take place on 14 February 2023.

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Featured migration story headline to go here

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digital nomad 2
New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
Powerpoint thrive 2025 6
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
New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
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digital nomad 2
New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
Powerpoint thrive 2025 6
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
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.
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New Zealand’s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.
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