As of 10 March 2025, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has removed the median wage requirement from the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme. This significant policy shift introduces a more flexible, market-driven approach to setting wages for migrant workers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Over the past month, Immigration New Zealand and the Australian Government have announced several updates, including changes to visa categories, processing priorities, and industry-specific policies.
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.
Things have changed since this article was published. Update: As of 10 March 2025, the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) no longer uses the median wage threshold. Instead, employers must pay at least the market rate for the role. Please contact VisaAide for advice based on the latest immigration settings. Contents: You can listen to…
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