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Skilled Migrant Category residence changes…
Obtaining residence is the main motivating factor for migrants to relocate from around the world to New Zealand and the SMC has historically been the main pathway for migrants to obtain New Zealand residence.
Simplified path to residency for skilled workers
The Government is making changes to the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) as part of the immigration rebalance, to help businesses attract workers to fill skill shortages.
How to get a New Zealand work visa?
If you are a migrant looking for a job opportunity to work in New Zealand, then it is likely you will need an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) before you can begin work.
Straight to residence for auditors!
From 29 May 2023, auditor roles have been added to Tier 1 of the Green List meaning applicants with qualifying employment, or employment offers, can now apply directly for New Zealand residence.
Finally - Straight to residence for many health sector migrant workers!
The Government has recently announced the addition of 32 new health sector roles to the Green List aimed at addressing the skills shortage in the health sector.
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.
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.
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.
Productivity Commission inquiry into immigration settings
The Productivity Commission will hold an inquiry into immigration settings to ensure New Zealand’s long term prosperity and wellbeing.