Contents: How to hire migrant workers from the PhilippinesStep 1: ConsultationStep 2: Accreditation and recruitmentStep 3: DocumentationStep 4: Job ChecksStep 5: Accredited Employer Work Visa application – and the selected worker prepares to come to New ZealandStep 6: On-going HR compliancePastoral care for Filipino workersSummarySkills shortages continue to choke business growth in many sectors in New…
Contents: What are the implications for partners of NZ work visa holders?What are the implications for employers?Immigration rules change quicklyIn December 2022, there was a change that affected partners of NZ work visa holders – specifically, partners of Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) holders. This change meant that most partners of NZ work visa holders needed…
Contents: What’s the purpose of a job check?What are the rules around job checks?What evidence should be provided in a job check?What are some of the mistakes that are frequently made with job checks?What’s the next step after a job check? Once an employer is accredited, the next step in hiring migrant workers is to complete a job…
Contents: Are there any other requirements for a Green List application?Why is the Green List good news for migrants?Why is the Green List good news for NZ employers?On-going Green List changes are aheadIn December 2022, Immigration New Zealand announced a Green List of occupations that provide a fast track for applicants to gain residence in New…
Immigration NZ (INZ) held a webinar today for immigration professionals on the new 2021 Resident Visa.As we suspected, the webinar did not contain many further details on the new visa requirements or costs.However, we did get the following confirmed which is important to note:No English requirementsNo Age requirementsPartners must prove that at some stage in…
Contents: EligibilityPrimary CriteriaWhat visa do I need to hold?Visas not on the eligible listSecondary CriteriaHave lived in NZ for 3 years or moreEarn at or above the median wages ($27 per hour)Occupation on a Scarce ListApplication ProcessWhat are the application fees?How long will it take?Will there be an ANZSCO assessment for Scarce List applications?Do I need…
Contents: HR Templates may not be sufficient for employer accreditation applicationImmigration NZ (INZ) currently requires “human resource policies and processes which are of a high standard”.VisaAide NZ works exclusively with ConsultingHQ for HR Process Development for Employer Accreditation Accredited Employer HR Documentation RequirementsHR Templates may not be sufficient for employer accreditation applicationSome HR companies offer low…
Contents: Working Holiday Visa and Seasonal Worker Visas Automatically ExtendedFrom 19 July, visa applications will be assessed against the updated median hourly wage rate of $27. Working Holiday Visa and Seasonal Worker Visas Automatically Extended.The government has recently announced that Working Holiday and RSE (Registers Seasonal Employer Limited Visa) visas are being automatically extended for those…
Contents: Caregiver Pay was classified as ‘low skill’ for a long time in New ZealandSleepover shifts create a complication for migrant workers.Receiving 3-year Mid-Skilled work visas has led migrant workers and their employers to believe they were eligible for the visa and for residence. Caregiver Pay was classified as ‘low skill’ for a long time in…
Contents: The national median salary has changedMandatory Employer AccreditationLabour Market Testing –Work and Income Occupation Lists The national median salary has changedIn September this year, it was announced that the national median salary had risen from $25.50 per to $27. This change will affect a lot of migrant workers who are hoping to bring their family to…
