Changes to work conditions for partners of Work Visa holders from 31st May 2023
Immigration New Zealand have confirmed the changes to visa conditions for the partners of Work Visa holders, that will be in effect from 31st May 2023. New work conditions for partners of Work Visa holders (AEWV and ESWV holders) Successful applications for a Partner of a Worker Work Visa, made on or after 31st May […]
Expiring work visas granted open work visa extension
Expiring work visas granted open work visa extension On 9 May 2022, open work visas were granted to those in New Zealand holding one of the following visas expiring between 9 May and 31 December 2022 (inclusive): Essential Skills Work Visa Post Study Work Visa Partner of a New Zealander Work Visa Eligible Ukraine nationals […]
Changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa
Changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa Immigration New Zealand have announced a number of changes to the new Accredited Employer Work Visa, which will replace the Essential Skills Work Visa and Talent (Accredited Employer) Work Visa, when it launches on 4 July 2022. They have confirmed that it will be open to applications from […]
Essential Skills Work Visas easier to renew and granted for longer
From 19th July 2021, the maximum duration of Essential Skills visas for jobs paid below the median wage ($27 per hour), will increase from 12 months to 24 months. The maximum duration of Essential Skills visas for jobs paid above the median wage will remain at three years. In addition, the New Zealand Government have […]
New Accredited Employer Work Visa temporarily deferred
The new Accredited Employer Work Visa, that was due to launch on 1st November 2021, is being deferred until the middle of 2022. In the meantime, the New Zealand Government has announced changes to simplify process for renewing an Essential Skills Work Visa, if you remain in the same job. Find out more about the […]
New median wage threshold for Essential Skills and Skilled Migrant Visas
From 19th July 2021 Immigration will be using an updated median wage of NZD $27.00 per hour to assess Essential Skills and Skilled Migrant Visa applications (previously NZD $25.50 per hour). What does this mean for me? Essential Skills Work Visas To be granted a 3-year visa you will need to have a job or […]