Green List Changes - more occupations now have a fast track to residence pathway

Green List Changes - more occupations now have a fast track to residence pathway

In December 2022 the Government made a major change to its list of occupations deemed most in demand, the Immigration Green-List, with a significant expansion of the occupations included.

24 Jan 2023 • Martin King
Major expansion of Green List to help fill labour shortages

Major expansion of Green List to help fill labour shortages

The Government has announced a suite of measures to further support New Zealand businesses through the global labour shortage and attract more high skilled workers long term.

12 Dec 2022 • Hon Michael Wood, Minister of Immigration
We need to get our immigration act together!

We need to get our immigration act together!

When most overseas workers think about coming to work in New Zealand one of the key factors they consider is their ability to obtain residence and to be able to live here permanently.

30 Nov 2022 • Richard Howard
The new Immigration Green List – what is it?

The new Immigration Green List – what is it?

The Green List comprises a number of employment roles which are divided into Tier 1 and Tier 2 roles.

14 Sep 2022 • Richard Howard
Employers must be accredited with INZ from 4 July

Employers must be accredited with INZ from 4 July

From 4 July 2022, all employers who are wishing to employ a migrant worker must first obtain accreditation with Immigration New Zealand.

02 May 2022 • Richard Howard
The Borders are Opening – so what can employers expect now?

The Borders are Opening – so what can employers expect now?

Very soon after our article last month highlighting the need to open New Zealand’s border - the Government announced its five-step plan to do exactly that!

03 Mar 2022 • Richard Howard
Accredited Employer Work Visa back in the limelight

Accredited Employer Work Visa back in the limelight

After months of speculation, uncertainty, and a last-minute U-turn on the scheduled mandatory Employer Accreditation, the Government has confirmed the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) will now be introduced on 4 July 2022.

15 Nov 2021 • Tim Howard
Employers – fasten those seatbelts!

Employers – fasten those seatbelts!

The new 2021 Resident Visa will transform the migrant workforce landscape in New Zealand forever – as will the new work visa changes now being introduced in 2022. Employers should understand what these changes mean for them and prepare for the ride ahead!

11 Nov 2021 • Richard Howard
Government provides certainty to working holiday and seasonal visa holders and employers for summer

Government provides certainty to working holiday and seasonal visa holders and employers for summer

Working Holiday and Supplementary Seasonal Employment work visas will be extended for six months.

13 Oct 2021 • Hon Kris Faafoi, Minister of Immigration