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New Student Visa work-rights changes for international students

New Zealand is increasing in-study work rights, expanding eligibility for exchange students, and changing rules for course or provider changes from 3 November 2025.

Why partner with Absolute Immigration NZ and how we can support you

HR professionals in New Zealand must not provide immigration advice unless licensed. Breaching this law can result in criminal prosecution under the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007.

New seasonal visa pathways to support peak workforce demand

The New Zealand Government will introduce two new seasonal visas, the Global Workforce Seasonal Visa and the Peak Seasonal Visa, from 8 December 2025 to help accredited employers meet genuine

New Zealand Immigrationโ€™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.

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 and doesnโ€™t count.

Christmas in New Zealand is summer at its best. Beaches, festivals, and family time. Government advice is clear: apply early for your visitor visa as processing is slower in peak season. We help you choose the right path, lodge early, and travel with confidence.

HR professionals in New Zealand must not provide immigration advice unless licensed. Breaching this law can result in criminal prosecution under the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007.

New residence pathways under the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa will make it easier for skilled workers and graduates to gain residence, helping employers retain talent and drive economic growth.

Immigration New Zealand will recognise around 90 new skill level 1โ€“3 occupations under the National Occupation List from 3 November 2025, introducing a temporary pathway for some AEWV holders to transition to higher-skilled roles.

Starting 29 September 2025, the Parent Boost Visitor Visa lets employees bring their parents to New Zealand for stays of up to 10 years. It strengthens wellbeing, boosts retention and gives employers clear rules on sponsorship and compliance.โ€

From 18 August 2025, international student visa applications in New Zealand will transition to Immigration Onlineโ€™s enhanced ADEPT system, simplifying processes and improving user experience.

From 18 August 2025, Immigration New Zealand will update the wage thresholds for skilled residence visas to align with the new median wage of $33.56 an hour, ensuring immigration policy reflects current job market conditions.

From 18 August 2025, ten additional trades occupations will be added to New Zealandโ€™s Green List Work to Residence pathway, giving skilled tradespeople a faster and more certain route to residence.

New Zealand has introduced key updates to the Active Investor Plus Visa, including stricter limits on on-call investments and new flexibility for funding property development, creating clearer pathways for productive economic engagement.

From 3 November 2025, student visa holders in New Zealand can work up to 25 hours per week. Work rights will also extend to more short-term tertiary students, and a new visa will be required to change providers or study levels.

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Could AEWV maximum stay limits affect your job or your employees?

AEWV maximum continuous stay limits are now taking effect, meaning employers and migrant workers must check remaining visa time and plan exits or alternative pathways to avoid compliance breaches and

Applying for an AEWV? Your police certificate must be ready first

AEWV applicants must now provide a valid police certificate at lodgement. Receipts are no longer accepted, and incomplete applications may face delays, shorter visa durations, or refusal, except in limited

AEWV Job Change rules strengthened for business sales and restructures

Immigration New Zealand has introduced new Job Change rules from 17 November 2025. During business sales and restructures, Job Change applications may be paused if serious concerns exist about the
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Featured migration story headline to go here

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Could AEWV maximum stay limits affect your job or your employees?

AEWV maximum continuous stay limits are now taking effect, meaning employers and migrant workers must check remaining visa time and plan exits or alternative pathways to avoid compliance breaches and

Applying for an AEWV? Your police certificate must be ready first

AEWV applicants must now provide a valid police certificate at lodgement. Receipts are no longer accepted, and incomplete applications may face delays, shorter visa durations, or refusal, except in limited

AEWV Job Change rules strengthened for business sales and restructures

Immigration New Zealand has introduced new Job Change rules from 17 November 2025. During business sales and restructures, Job Change applications may be paused if serious concerns exist about the

New Student Visa work-rights changes for international students

New Zealand is increasing in-study work rights, expanding eligibility for exchange students, and changing rules for course or provider changes from 3 November 2025.

Why partner with Absolute Immigration NZ and how we can support you

HR professionals in New Zealand must not provide immigration advice unless licensed. Breaching this law can result in criminal prosecution under the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007.

New seasonal visa pathways to support peak workforce demand

The New Zealand Government will introduce two new seasonal visas, the Global Workforce Seasonal Visa and the Peak Seasonal Visa, from 8 December 2025 to help accredited employers meet genuine

New Zealand Immigrationโ€™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.

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 and doesnโ€™t count.

Christmas in New Zealand is summer at its best. Beaches, festivals, and family time. Government advice is clear: apply early for your visitor visa as processing is slower in peak season. We help you choose the right path, lodge early, and travel with confidence.

HR professionals in New Zealand must not provide immigration advice unless licensed. Breaching this law can result in criminal prosecution under the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007.

New residence pathways under the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa will make it easier for skilled workers and graduates to gain residence, helping employers retain talent and drive economic growth.

Immigration New Zealand will recognise around 90 new skill level 1โ€“3 occupations under the National Occupation List from 3 November 2025, introducing a temporary pathway for some AEWV holders to transition to higher-skilled roles.

Starting 29 September 2025, the Parent Boost Visitor Visa lets employees bring their parents to New Zealand for stays of up to 10 years. It strengthens wellbeing, boosts retention and gives employers clear rules on sponsorship and compliance.โ€

From 18 August 2025, international student visa applications in New Zealand will transition to Immigration Onlineโ€™s enhanced ADEPT system, simplifying processes and improving user experience.

From 18 August 2025, Immigration New Zealand will update the wage thresholds for skilled residence visas to align with the new median wage of $33.56 an hour, ensuring immigration policy reflects current job market conditions.

From 18 August 2025, ten additional trades occupations will be added to New Zealandโ€™s Green List Work to Residence pathway, giving skilled tradespeople a faster and more certain route to residence.

New Zealand has introduced key updates to the Active Investor Plus Visa, including stricter limits on on-call investments and new flexibility for funding property development, creating clearer pathways for productive economic engagement.

From 3 November 2025, student visa holders in New Zealand can work up to 25 hours per week. Work rights will also extend to more short-term tertiary students, and a new visa will be required to change providers or study levels.

Featured migration story headline to go here

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Could AEWV maximum stay limits affect your job or your employees?

AEWV maximum continuous stay limits are now taking effect, meaning employers and migrant workers must check remaining visa time and plan exits or alternative pathways to avoid compliance breaches and
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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