The New Zealand Government has implemented adjustments to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme, which primarily affect future applicants and certain current visa holders in specific occupations.
The modifications introduced do not alter existing visa conditions or duration for current AEWV holders. However, they may influence the length of time individuals can remain in New Zealand. The changes are not retroactive and do not impact applications already submitted. Instead, they are effective for new Job Check and AEWV submissions as of the announcement date. Employers with an approved Job Check must ensure that AEWV applicants adhere to the updated, more stringent criteria. A pivotal change is the introduction of shorter visa lengths and a reduced maximum stay for new AEWV applicants in ANZSCO level 4 or 5 roles. Furthermore, some existing AEWV holders in these occupations will also be subject to a decreased maximum continuous stay in the country. While their current visa's duration remains unaltered, they will no longer be eligible for the five-year AEWV period introduced the previous year, contingent upon their job's skill level, eligibility for residence, and the submission date of their AEWV application. For new AEWV applicants, there is now a minimum skill threshold to meet, along with the requirement to furnish evidence of relevant qualifications and work experience pertinent to the job in question. Migrants in ANZSCO level 4 or 5 occupations will be expected to demonstrate a basic standard of English proficiency. Employers are also subject to heightened criteria when advertising roles and recruiting migrants under the AEWV. This encompasses assessing the suitability of New Zealand candidates more rigorously and taking reasonable measures to confirm that a migrant is suitably qualified for the position. If the role is within ANZSCO level 4 or 5, the employer is mandated to extend the advertising period and liaise with Work and Income. Additionally, there are new accreditation stipulations for employers. They must now report to Immigration New Zealand (INZ) if a migrant exits their employment before their visa expires. Employers who fail to provide a minimum of 30 working hours each week may face revocation of their accreditation. These changes are part of a suite of modifications affecting all three stages of the AEWV system. Comprehensive details regarding these amendments are available on the INZ website for those seeking more information. Source: INZ website
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