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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.
Job Check Checklist

New Job Check Checklist: Simplifying AEWV Applications

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 Post Study Work Visa Rules

New Zealand has expanded the Post Study Work Visa eligibility, adding more Green List qualifications and offering flexibility for students completing consecutive qualifications.

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’.

2021 NZ Resident Visa

Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Immigration Director, provides further details on the NZ Government announcement regarding the new one-off ‘2021 NZ Resident Visa’.

We welcome the news today that the Government has announced the ‘2021 Resident Visa’. This is a one-off visa, simplifying the pathway to residency for approximately 165,000 migrants who are currently in New Zealand.

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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,

We welcome the news today that the Government has announced the ‘2021 Resident Visa’. This is a one-off visa, simplifying the pathway to residency for approximately 165,000 migrants who are currently in New Zealand.

For those in New Zealand, we would like to remind you that the following two temporary work visa categories will be closing on 31 October 2021: Work to Residence Accredited Employer and Work to Residence Long Term Skill Shortage Work Visa.

During Covid restrictions, Immigration NZ has released a few updates in relation to immigration: Applying for a Variation of Conditions of a work visa is now online, Extension of Resident Visas set to expire before 10 Sept 2022, and Visa conditions flexibility benefits supermarket workers

During Covid restrictions, Immigration NZ has released a few updates including: which visas continue to be processed, ‘Essential Skills Work Visa’ recently introduced, is now available online and only online applications are currently being process

Due to strict border controls, NZ Immigration cannot legally grant visas to people outside NZ who are unlikely to meet the entry requirements and therefore applications from most people cannot be granted.

Due to strict border controls, NZ Immigration cannot legally grant visas to people outside NZ who are unlikely to meet the entry requirements and therefore applications from most people cannot be granted.

Extension to Working Holiday Visas and Supplementary Season Employment Visas

The New Zealand Government has announced some changes to Temporary Work visas that will modify how businesses employ foreign workers. The developments include the introduction of a new employer accreditation, a single temporary work visa, and a new employer-led system.

The New Zealand Government has announced the introduction of border exceptions for families of some temporary visa holders. From 30 April 2021, partners and children, who are currently outside New Zealand, may be eligible to travel to the country under this border exception.

When New Zealand’s borders closed on 19 March 2020, no one expected that a year later families would still be separated with no sign of a possible reunion in the near future.

New Zealand has managed to contain the spread of COVID-19 and although the effects of the pandemic and the strict measures have presented enormous challenges, the Government is looking to support the growth of the economy through different strategies with the aim to protect existing jobs,

There are a number of reasons why investing and living in New Zealand is a great lifestyle decision, and we've listed the top 4 for you here:

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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
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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.

Helping a migrant employee could get you fine

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

Visitor visa New Zealand – visit this Christmas and experience the magic

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
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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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