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Can I apply for an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) if my NZ job offer is from a non-accredited company?

20/5/2025

What if my New Zealand employer is not accredited?

If you've been offered a job in New Zealand — like a Production Supervisor role in food manufacturing — but the company isn't yet an accredited employer, you're not alone. Many offshore and onshore applicants face this exact scenario. The good news? It’s possible to move forward — if the employer is willing to go through the AEWV process, and you have the right support.

At Immigration Trust, we assist both job applicants and New Zealand employers to:

Apply for and secure employer accreditation
Submit a Job Check
Process the Visa or a Variation of Conditions (VOC) where applicable
Coordinate all communications between employer and Immigration New Zealand (INZ)

We also provide a realistic timeframe for each stage, but keep in mind: processing times can vary depending on INZ workload and how quickly the employer provides the necessary documents.

What’s involved in getting accredited and applying for an AEWV?

Here’s a rough overview:

Step 1 — Employer Accreditation Application
We help the employer prepare and submit this to INZ.
Estimated timeframe: 2–5 weeks depending on INZ and document readiness.

Step 2 -- Job Check
Once accredited, the employer must prove the job meets AEWV criteria.
Estimated timeframe: 1–3 weeks, depending on role and labour market requirements.

Step 3 — AEWV Visa Application or VOC
Once the Job Check is approved, we assist with your visa or variation submission.

Estimated timeframe: 3–5 weeks if documents are complete.

Throughout this process, we work closely with the employer on your behalf, streamlining the communication and handling the complexity so you don’t have to.

FAQ

Can I get an AEWV visa if my NZ employer isn’t accredited yet?
Yes — as long as your employer is willing to become accredited, we can help start the process.

What’s the timeframe to go from job offer to visa approval in NZ?
Each step (accreditation, job check, aewv visa) takes several weeks. On average, allow 6–12 weeks end-to-end.

Can Immigration Trust help my NZ employer become accredited?
Yes, we provide full support for accreditation, job checks, and visa applications.

Can you coordinate directly with my employer in New Zealand?
Absolutely. We work closely with employers throughout the process to ensure compliance and timely progress.

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Updates from INZ - Market Rate Sources, Teaching Certificates, and Visa Pak 623

9/5/2025

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Immigration New Zealand has issued fresh guidance on several key topics: determining the market rate for job roles under the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV), updates to Green List requirements for teachers, and the introduction of Visa Pak 623.

Understanding Market Rate Expectations – Visa Pak 618When applying for an AEWV, employers must offer at least the market rate for the role. Visa Pak 618 (effective 7 March 2025) provides insight into which sources Immigration New Zealand (INZ) considers valid for determining market pay.

What employers and applicants need to know:

Not all wage data sources are treated equally. Immigration officers consider how recent and reliable the data is, including how it was gathered and whether it reflects training, experience, or regional variations.
For example, a 2024 salary report from Seek is likely to carry more weight than outdated data from Careers NZ.
INZ has recently leaned on Seek data due to its recency, but this doesn't mean it's the only acceptable source. Employers should review all relevant data and ensure it's current and representative of the role.

This approach ensures that employment offers are aligned with actual market conditions, avoiding reliance on a single outdated source.

Green List Update: Teacher Practising Certificates ClarifiedAn important update to the Green List criteria for teaching roles was introduced in March 2025.

Key change:

INZ now accepts both provisional and full practising certificates issued by the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand for roles on the Green List.
Previously, instructions only referenced provisional certificates. This clarification allows greater flexibility for qualified teachers.
While the application form is being updated, applicants holding a full certificate can ignore any warning messages and upload the certificate under "other evidence."

This change removes unnecessary confusion and makes it easier for fully registered teachers to qualify under the Green List pathway.

New Visa Pak 623 ReleasedVisa Pak 623 has also been released, providing further clarification on immigration processes. While specific details were attached to the original announcement, practitioners and applicants are encouraged to review this Visa Pak for the latest procedural guidance.

Need expert help with your visa application?

At Immigration Trust, we specialise in handling complex applications and staying up-to-date with every policy shift. Contact us today to make sure your application is prepared correctly and competitively.

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Translation Requirements Eased for NZ Visitor Visa Applications from 26 May 2025

7/5/2025

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Starting 26 May, Immigration New Zealand will remove the requirement for certified translations of supporting documents for visitor visa applications. This change brings New Zealand’s policy in line with Australia’s approach.

Applicants must still provide English translations for any non-English documents. These translations must include the name of the translator and details of their qualifications or experience.

It’s important to note that translations cannot be carried out by the applicant, a family member, or an immigration adviser assisting with the application.

This update applies only to visitor visa applications--certified translations are still required for all resident visa applications.

Source: INZ website

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INZ Hub:INZ Updates​ & ​Visa FAQs

Can I apply for an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) if my NZ job offer is from a non-accredited company?

​What if my New Zealand employer is not accredited?

​What’s involved in getting accredited and applying for an AEWV?

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Updates from INZ - Market Rate Sources, Teaching Certificates, and Visa Pak 623

Translation Requirements Eased for NZ Visitor Visa Applications from 26 May 2025

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INZ Updates & Visa FAQs

What if my New Zealand employer is not accredited?

What’s involved in getting accredited and applying for an AEWV?

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