Additions to the List of Qualifications Exempt from Assessment (LQEA)
Further updates to the List of Qualifications Exempt from Assessment (LQEA) have been announced, which will provide a streamlined visa pathway for applicants with overseas qualifications, from more countries. Immigration New Zealand is set to implement Phase 2 updates to the LQEA from 25 March 2024. Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming […]
New Zealand median wage increase
On 27th February 2023 the New Zealand median wage is increasing to NZD $29.66. This will impact the criteria to be eligible for an Accredited Employer Work Visa, and other visas (including the Skilled Migrant Work Visa, the Green List and Highly Paid Resident Visas) which also have median wage-related criteria. AEWV Job Checks If […]
Skilled Migrant Category is reopening
New Zealand Skilled Migrant Category is reopening After being suspended for the last couple of years, the Skilled Migrant Category is about to reopen. INZ will resume selections of expressions of interest (EOIs) for the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa on 9th November 2022. The future direction of the Skilled Migrant Category is being reviewed […]
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 […]