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Employer Accreditation extension and INZ post-accreditation checks
The initial accreditation period for the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) is being automatically extended by 12 months. MBIE has also announced it will be carrying out post-accreditation checks.
Additional Requirements for Filipinos travelling from the Philippines to New Zealand
Filipino workers coming to work in New Zealand directly from the Philippines must obtain an Overseas Employment Certificate.
Strengthened protections and improved processes for partners of migrant workers
New changes have been announced to partner work rights, including an expansion of the Victims of Family Violence work visa to strengthen protections and improve processes for partners of migrants who have come to New Zealand for work.
Do you have a complex immigration matter?
For many people, their personal circumstances can make navigating the requirements of any given visa category a difficult undertaking. The team at Pathways™ has experience in a broad range of complex immigration matters and are able to assist you with your immigration journey.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!