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The New Zealand government provides clear pathways for individuals to obtain permanent residency, enabling them to live, study, work, and explore the country freely. Additionally, these pathways offer employers the
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NZ streamlines residency for overseas secondary teachers. Now eligible for direct application (Straight to Residence) on Green List, reducing barriers and attracting talent to address teacher shortages.
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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.

We provide you with a summary of key changes and dates because at 11.59 pm on 31 July, the final steps of the Reconnecting strategy will be reached

A new Active Investor Plus visa category will be introduced into New Zealand on 19 September 2022.

The final steps of the Reconnecting New Zealanders Strategy have been brought forward, allowing Immigration New Zealand (INZ) to phase out the border exceptions system from 31 July.

NZ Immigration increases fees

Effective from 31 July 2022, NZ Immigration will increase their fees and levies for most visa applications.

New Zealand needs more workers and the good news is that employing talent from overseas can be a relatively short process from beginning to end. Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, provides guidelines to navigate the new AEWV system.

New Zealand needs more engineers and the good news is that employing engineers from overseas can be a relatively short process from beginning to end. Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, provides guidelines to navigate the new AEWV system.

Applications for a job check are now open to accredited New Zealand employers as part of the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) which commences 4 July 2022.

From Tuesday 21 June 2022, evidence of a negative Covid-19 pre-departure test will not be required before entering New Zealand.

The NZ border is opening to all visa holders earlier than planned – Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, provides businesses with some insights.

From 7 June 2022, Immigration NZ is adding 85 countries to the Low Tuberculosis (TB) Incidence Countries List. Included in the added countries are Samoa, Tonga and Vanuatu as they now meet the requirements.

Immigration New Zealand (INZ) will restart processing on-hand visa applications for offshore partners and dependents of work and student visa holders from 31 May 2022.

Applications are now open for employer accreditation under the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.

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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.
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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.
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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.
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Apply for the Parent Resident Visa Draw by expressing interest before January 31. Explore the 2024 Working Holiday Scheme reopening on January 25.

We provide you with a summary of key changes and dates because at 11.59 pm on 31 July, the final steps of the Reconnecting strategy will be reached

A new Active Investor Plus visa category will be introduced into New Zealand on 19 September 2022.

The final steps of the Reconnecting New Zealanders Strategy have been brought forward, allowing Immigration New Zealand (INZ) to phase out the border exceptions system from 31 July.

NZ Immigration increases fees

Effective from 31 July 2022, NZ Immigration will increase their fees and levies for most visa applications.

New Zealand needs more workers and the good news is that employing talent from overseas can be a relatively short process from beginning to end. Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, provides guidelines to navigate the new AEWV system.

New Zealand needs more engineers and the good news is that employing engineers from overseas can be a relatively short process from beginning to end. Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, provides guidelines to navigate the new AEWV system.

Applications for a job check are now open to accredited New Zealand employers as part of the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) which commences 4 July 2022.

From Tuesday 21 June 2022, evidence of a negative Covid-19 pre-departure test will not be required before entering New Zealand.

The NZ border is opening to all visa holders earlier than planned – Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, provides businesses with some insights.

From 7 June 2022, Immigration NZ is adding 85 countries to the Low Tuberculosis (TB) Incidence Countries List. Included in the added countries are Samoa, Tonga and Vanuatu as they now meet the requirements.

Immigration New Zealand (INZ) will restart processing on-hand visa applications for offshore partners and dependents of work and student visa holders from 31 May 2022.

Applications are now open for employer accreditation under the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.

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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.
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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.
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.
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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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