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Changes to Working Migrant Visa News

Changes to Working Migrant Visa News

From 1 July the NZ/UK Working Holiday Visa (WHV) is extended to three years (up from twenty-three months but had only allowed twelve months working in NZ).
Looking for talent?

Looking for talent?

Ongoing skill shortages continue to bite. We talk every week with employers desperate to fill vacancies.
Backdown on Partner Visa for Migrant Workers

Backdown on Partner Visa for Migrant Workers

The government has made a U-turn on plans to make it harder for partners of migrant workers to secure work visas.
How to apply for AEWV employer accreditation

How to apply for AEWV employer accreditation

Employer Accreditation can be simple and opens up a world of new migrant workers. Here is our guide on how to become an accredited employer.
Wage rate hike will hurt employers

Wage rate hike will hurt employers

Monday, 27 February the median wage used to calculate most work visa applications increases to NZD $29.66 per hour (or $61,692.80 per annum; based on a 40 hour
Tips for employers

Tips for employers

If you are recruiting migrant workers from overseas or want to retain the ones you have here are some useful tips.
Immigration in 2023

Immigration in 2023

Immigration priorities for this year will be reviewing the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) and reviewing the partnership policy.
How Is the Government Addressing the Labour Shortages?

How Is the Government Addressing the Labour Shortages?

New Zealand's labour shortage isn't a new issue, it has worsened across the country due to the impact of Covid-19. What is the Government doing to address it?
Immigration back track

Immigration back track

The government backed down on several proposed immigration policy changes that would have made it that much more difficult for employers to recruit workers.
Holiday hours

Holiday hours

We will be back in 2023 recharged, refreshed and ready for the new challenges in the immigration world!
Christmas bonus for Employers

Christmas bonus for Employers

The government has announced businesses who apply for employer accreditation before 4 July 2023 will receive an automatic 12-month extension
How Can NZ Employers Stay Competitive in the Global Job Market?

How Can NZ Employers Stay Competitive in the Global Job Market?

New Zealand's job market is evolving, and skills are in-demand. Under the AEWV scheme, NZ employers are advertising migrant jobs to fill their skill shortage.

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