AEWV Changes: Cooks, Nannies Get Reason To Rejoice
This government has finally listened to the advice provided by various industry organisations and made it more practical to hire migrant workers and retain them. Additionally, the changes to the skill levels of certain occupations will bring much needed relief to certain migrant workers like cooks.
While the space constraints will not allow me to discuss all the announced changes, I have mentioned those which, in my opinion, will have the most impact.
I am sure you would have heard about Immigration New Zealand’s announcement about ‘Digital Nomads’ now being allowed to work while holidaying in New Zealand. This article will tell you more about what it means and how this change stands up against rules for digital nomads in other countries.
Is this a new visa category?
First up, this is not a new visa category. If you are planning to visit New Zealand you will still need to apply for a General Visitor Visa or an ETA.
AEWV Changes: 5 New Rules That Will Help Migrants, Businesses
The government on Tuesday announced upcoming changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) to make it easier for businesses to hire migrants.
Immigration Minister Erica Stanford said the changes - along with other tweaks already made to the scheme - would ensure the right balance of New Zealanders prioritised for job opportunities and providing a more fit-for-purpose visa scheme.
Is Your Partner Eligible For Open Work Rights From Dec?
Immigration New Zealand, on 23 October 2024, announced changes to the work conditions of certain partnership-based visas. These changes will allow the partners of AEWV/Essential Skills visa holders to get open work rights, without the restriction of having to work only with an accredited employer and earn a certain wage threshold.
This is a welcome step for many migrants who were struggling to find work or were not able to support their partners to come live with them in New Zealand.
‘You’ll Pay More To Visit NZ, But Will That Guarantee Better Service?’
New Zealand has recently introduced significant changes to its visitor visa policy, notably increasing visa fees and levies. Effective from October 1, 2024, the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) will rise from NZ$35 to NZ$100. The government wants to ensure visitors coming to our beautiful country contribute towards the public services they use. However, this move has drawn criticism from the tourism sector, which fears that the higher costs may deter potential visitors.
AEWV Accreditation Renewal: Make Sure To Tick These Boxes
It has been a little over two years since Immigration New Zealand (INZ) introduced the accreditation regime for New Zealand-based employers wanting to hire migrants.
Most initial accreditations were granted for a period of 24 months and they are now up for renewal. This article focuses on some important advice that employers must remember when renewing their accreditation and hiring migrants.
‘National Treating Migrants As Unwanted Commodity’
Migrants go back. This seems to be the clear message that the current government has sent to some of the migrants in New Zealand.
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) holders in roles that are at ANZSCO Skill Level 4 and 5 who do not have a pathway to residency will not be able to support work, visitor or student visa applications for their partners and dependent children.
