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Police check requirements for NZ AEWV and visitor visas

Police check requirements for NZ AEWV and visitor visas

Police certificate requirements for AEWV and visitor visas remain strict. Applicants must provide a valid certificate at lodgement, as INZ will no longer accept receipts or delay processing. Complete applications
New Zealand Skilled Migrant Category changes confirmed for August 2026

New Zealand Skilled Migrant Category changes confirmed for August 2026

New Zealand has confirmed further changes to the Skilled Migrant Category ahead of August 2026. The updates introduce new residence pathways, revised wage settings, occupation lists and qualification rules.

New NOL Occupations and Median Wage Changes from 9 March 2026

New Zealand will recognise 47 additional NOL skill level 1โ€“3 roles and increase the immigration median wage to $35 from 9 March 2026. Three roles shift to skill level 4,

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library New Zealand introduces major changes to the Active Investor Plus Visa On 3rd March 2025, the New Zealand Government announced key changes to the

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library In a new policy update announced on Monday 24th February 2025, Immigration New Zealand is set to add primary teachers to the Green list

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced a one-off increase in it is Parent Resident Visa quota for the current financial year (ending 30 June

AEWV changes include removing the median wage requirement, lowering experience criteria, updating obligations, and extending visas for lower-skilled workers.

The New Zealand median wage will increase from 28 February 2025, impacting AEWV holders supporting partners and Parent Category sponsorship applications.

From 1 April 2025, changes to the Active Investor Plus Visa will simplify investment categories, expand options, and reduce barriers for investors contributing to New Zealand's economy.

New Zealandโ€™s AEWV reforms streamline visa processes, reduce wage thresholds, and expand interim visa work rights for 2025.

New Zealandโ€™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 Zealandโ€™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 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.

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Family of temporary visa applications move to new online system

Family of temporary visa applications move to new online system

New Zealand will move family of temporary visa holder applications to enhanced Immigration Online, with faster processing prioritised through the new system.

Peak Seasonal Visa insurance rules updated for easier compliance

New Zealand updated Peak Seasonal Visa insurance rules from 19 April 2026, removing difficult coverage requirements and aligning them with market policies to improve clarity and reduce delays for applicants
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.

Migrant Exploitation Protection Work Visa

The New Zealand Government announces changes to the Migrant Exploitation Protection Work Visa, removing the ability to apply for a second MEPV.

New accreditation rules for business sales and mergers

New Zealand has updated its accreditation and Job Check processes to support AEWV holders and employers during company sales and restructurings, reducing transition disruptions.

China special work visa upgraded

Visa limits have been revised for the China Special Work Visa. These adjustments align the visa with recent New Zealand-China Free Trade Agreement updates.

ANZSCO Isย to be replaced by NOL

The ANZSCO is to be replaced by comparable but separate systems for both Australia and New Zealand.

From 2 December 2024, more partners of migrant workers can get open work rights, allowing them to work for any employer in New Zealand if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Accredited Employer Work Visa

Immigration New Zealand is making changes to improve wait times across the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.

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.

triangular employment

Triangular employment must involve only three parties to maintain legal clarity and protect workers in New Zealandโ€™s employment relationships.

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Family of temporary visa applications move to new online system

Family of temporary visa applications move to new online system

New Zealand will move family of temporary visa holder applications to enhanced Immigration Online, with faster processing prioritised through the new system.

Peak Seasonal Visa insurance rules updated for easier compliance

New Zealand updated Peak Seasonal Visa insurance rules from 19 April 2026, removing difficult coverage requirements and aligning them with market policies to improve clarity and reduce delays for applicants
New Zealand visa income thresholds increase from 30 April 2026. New Zealand will increase visa income thresholds from 30 April 2026, impacting Pacific Access, Samoan Quota, and parent visa categories.

New Zealand visa income thresholds increased

New Zealand will increase visa income thresholds from 30 April 2026, impacting Pacific Access, Samoan Quota, and parent visa categories.
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Family of temporary visa applications move to new online system

Family of temporary visa applications move to new online system

New Zealand will move family of temporary visa holder applications to enhanced Immigration Online, with faster processing prioritised through the new system.

Peak Seasonal Visa insurance rules updated for easier compliance

New Zealand updated Peak Seasonal Visa insurance rules from 19 April 2026, removing difficult coverage requirements and aligning them with market policies to improve clarity and reduce delays for applicants
New Zealand visa income thresholds increase from 30 April 2026. New Zealand will increase visa income thresholds from 30 April 2026, impacting Pacific Access, Samoan Quota, and parent visa categories.

New Zealand visa income thresholds increased

New Zealand will increase visa income thresholds from 30 April 2026, impacting Pacific Access, Samoan Quota, and parent visa categories.
AEWV English requirements expanded for skill level 3 roles

AEWV English requirements expanded for skill level 3 roles

Minimum English language requirements extended to AEWV skill level 3 roles from 1 June 2026.
Active Investor Plus philanthropy options expanded

Active Investor Plus philanthropy options expanded

Active Investor Plus Growth category applicants can now invest up to 20 per cent in approved philanthropic investments.
New Zealand will introduce a citizenship test from late 2027 for most citizenship by grant applicants, replacing the current declaration process with a formal assessment.

New Zealand citizenship test to become mandatory from 2027

New Zealand will introduce a citizenship test from late 2027 for most citizenship by grant applicants, replacing the current declaration process with a formal assessment.

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library New Zealand introduces major changes to the Active Investor Plus Visa On 3rd March 2025, the

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library In a new policy update announced on Monday 24th February 2025, Immigration New Zealand is set

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced a one-off increase in it is Parent Resident Visa quota

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

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Family of temporary visa applications move to new online system

Family of temporary visa applications move to new online system

New Zealand will move family of temporary visa holder applications to enhanced Immigration Online, with faster processing prioritised through the new system.
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