UK Working Holiday Scheme changes boon to employers
The government have just announced from that from the 1st of July 2023, UK citizens will have three years to travel and work in New Zealand on the United Kingdom Working Holiday Visa.
The government have just announced from that from the 1st of July 2023, UK citizens will have three years to travel and work in New Zealand on the United Kingdom Working Holiday Visa.
The government has announced its intended modification to the Partner of a Worker Work visa pathway.
As of February 27, 2023, the median wage will increase from NZD $27.76 to NZD $29.66 per hour.
What this means for Employers:
Employers must understand that offering the old wage after the change- will result in a declined visa application.
New requirements for New Zealand’s Post Study Work Visa came into effect on 7 September.
Previously, people holding a Post Study Work Visa were able to work in any role, for any employer, anywhere in New Zealand.
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Immigration visa fees and levies are going up significantly for most visa types as of July 31st. The increase also comes just weeks after applications open for the Accredited Employer visas.
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.
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.