From mid-2022, a new three-stage application process for work visas will be introduced. This will affect employers, who will need to become familiar with the new rules and become accredited before borders open to skilled migrants.
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New Zealand Work Visa
Working in New Zealand as an immigrant comes with its own set of rules, and we help you to make sense of them
In mid-2022, INZ will introduce new labour market test rules for migrant workers. This will affect employers, who will need to become familiar with the new rules before borders open to skilled migrants next year.
The New 2021 Resident Visa is a one-off for work visa and long-term visa holders wishing to apply for residency. Those who meet the eligibility criteria will be able to apply in two stages, with the first opening in December 2021.
Skilled migrant workers can apply for a New Zealand work visa in 2021-2022 once borders re-open. We explain what you need to qualify.
New Zealand is seeking to re-open its borders over Q1 and 2 of 2022. Demand for overseas workers will be significant. The re-opening will coincide with the introduction of a revised Work visa system, partly introduced in 2021, with the final changes expected to be implemented and operational from June 2022
To address the COVID-induced labour shortage, INZ plans to fast-track residency for 165,000 eligible migrant workers by December 2022. Will they be able to deliver on the promise?
Australia was already a more attractive destination than NZ for migrant workers, for a number of reasons. The new agriculture visa adds another big one to the pile.
Are you an employer or migrant worker? NZIL Lawyer Aaron Martin explains how to time your visa application with the new rules.
Faafoi says changes to onshore visas will provide certainty, but the only thing we can be certain of is that the changes will help only a small number for a short time. Read immigration lawyer Aaron Martin’s latest opinion piece:
Now that the gateway to Australia is set to open, employers will be able to invite work visa holders from across the ditch. Principle lawyer Aaron Martin explains the opportunites.
Have you recently received a PPI letter from Immigration New Zealand? Are you unclear on how to respond? Before you do anything that could jeopardise your case, read this first. Our easy-to-understand guide explains the particulars around PPI letters, what to expect, and what’s involved in mounting a successful defence.
We share the latest changes to the work visa application process announced by INZ, which take effect mid-2021. Immigration lawyer Aaron Martin weighs in on what they will mean for businesses and migrant workers.
