How AEWV reforms impact your workforce strategy & preparation
From 10 March 2025, significant changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme will take effect, impacting how businesses hire and retain migrant workers.
What AEWV changes mean for employers: Key updates from 10 March
From 10 March 2025, several changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme will take effect. These updates aim to make the system more responsive to workforce needs while maintaining compliance requirements for employers hiring migrant workers.
AEWV changes from 10 March: What you need to know
Significant changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme will take effect from 10 March 2025. These updates, announced by the New Zealand Government in December 2024, aim to make the system more flexible and responsive to labour market needs.
AEWV changes and your pathway to residence
With the upcoming changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme from 10 March 2025, many migrant workers are wondering how these updates might affect their long-term visa options in New Zealand.
Family, skill levels, and work rights: Key AEWV updates that may affect you
More changes are coming to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme in 2025. If you are a migrant worker in New Zealand—or planning to apply for a visa—these updates may impact your family, your job classification, or your work rights while waiting for a visa decision.
Big changes to the AEWV scheme starting January 2025
The New Zealand Government has announced significant changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme, set to be rolled out in four stages throughout 2025.
October 2024 immigration update: key changes for visa holders and employers
October brought several significant updates from Immigration New Zealand (INZ) that will impact visa applicants, current visa holders, and employers. Here’s a breakdown of the most important changes and what they mean.
INZ Replacing ANZSCO with National Occupation List
In a significant update for visa applicants and employers, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is gradually replacing the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) with the National Occupation List (NOL).
Further changes to Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV): What you need to know
As of June 26, 2024, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has introduced further changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme, affecting individuals holding AEWVs in certain roles at ANZSCO levels 4 and 5 without a pathway to residency.
Navigating the Accredited Employer Work Visa programme in New Zealand
For business owners in New Zealand, the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) programme represents a significant framework for hiring skilled migrant workers. Understanding this programme and its implications is crucial for those seeking to employ migrants in their businesses.
