Immigration NZ News

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Immigration New Zealand has completed more than 9,500 post-accreditation checks, highlighting the importance of keeping employer records, visa processes and accreditation obligations up to date.

How ongoing immigration support helped a New Zealand manufacturer build and retain an experienced overseas workforce.

Why changing pay or experience requirements during the advertising period can reset the clock and put a Job Check at risk.

Immigration New Zealand has clarified how maximum continuous stay is calculated for Peak Seasonal Work Visa holders.

New English language requirements now apply to AEWV skill level 3 roles from 1 June 2026.

New occupation lists and residence pathways, and what they mean for skilled migrants and their employers.

Updates to occupation lists and residence eligibility

Compliance changes and what they mean for employers

What employers must do to meet good faith engagement requirements.

Implications of increased enforcement for accredited employers

How the April 2026 minimum wage increase affects work visa eligibility, not just payroll.

What faster processing really means for employers, and why accuracy now plays a bigger role in whether applications succeed or stall.

What recent post-decision checks are showing about employer engagement requirements, and where mistakes are commonly being made.

An overview of the two new seasonal AEWV visa types, their eligibility requirements, and what employers and workers need to know.

What the new police certificate requirements mean for AEWV applicants.

How New Zealand Immigration Partners helped relieve the paperwork and pressure that came with hiring skilled carpenters from Europe.

Planning to hire skilled workers from overseas? These benefits may be available to you.

Job check rejections can be costly. Here's how to get it right to avoid delays.

Helping to reunite migrant families and opening the door for longer family stays in NZ

More trades are joining the Green List, opening new pathways to residence for skilled workers.

Fresh visa changes are attracting investors & backing migrants.

Do your homework before you hire. Pay rates under the AEWV are under closer scrutiny.

Visa rule changes give sports clubs and players more flexibility and certainty.

Supporting staff on their residence journey helps boost loyalty, stability, and long-term retention.

Visitor visa holders can now legally work remotely while enjoying a Kiwi holiday. Know what is allowed for you as an employer.

Despite faster processing times from Immigration NZ, common pitfalls still challenge employers and migrant workers.

Immigration is always changing, and this can leave you scrambling if something gets missed. Here are some key tips to keep on your business dashboard.

The government has made substantial changes to the Active Investor Plus Visa setting. These will become effective on 1 April. There will be greater opportunities for business to source investment from migrant investors, as the criteria for an acceptable immigration investment have widened considerably.

Several changes have been made to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) rules, effective from 10 March 2025. These are positive changes for employers and migrant workers to help grow a skilled workforce.

Major changes to AEWV - tailored solutions we can offer your business.

Sweeping changes to the Active Investor Plus Visa (AIP) announced today.

Visitors to New Zealand will be able to work remotely while on holiday in New Zealand.

This year’s programme for immigration is packed with more change and challenges.

The government has announced changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme to be rolled out through 2025. It's great news for business!

There is a level of frustration at the current processing delays across the three gateways of the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.