Work Visa and Employer Guides

Guides to New Zealand work visas for workers and employers, including the Accredited Employer Work Visa, employer accreditation and the Job Check. They cover the rules each side has to meet and what happens if your job changes.

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WORK VISAS AND EMPLOYERS - 09 October 2026

Job Check Guide

Once your business is accredited, each job you want to fill with a migrant worker needs its own Job Check from Immigration New Zealand. For most roles you advertise first...
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A New Zealand café owner with a clipboard welcoming a new staff member at the kitchen counter, both smiling, with a harbour view through the window
WORK VISAS AND EMPLOYERS - 09 October 2026

Employer Accreditation NZ Guide

When you can't find the right person in New Zealand, hiring from overseas can keep your business running. Before you can offer a job to someone on an Accredited Employer...
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Skilled migrant discussing employment requirements with a colleague in a New Zealand workplace
SKILLED RESIDENCE - 28 August 2026

Immigration Median Wage Guide

The median wage is the single most important number in New Zealand's visa system. It decides whether your partner can work here, how long your work visa lasts, and whether...
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STUDENT VISAS - 28 August 2026

Post Study Work Visa Guide

The Post Study Work Visa (PSWV) is how most international graduates stay on in New Zealand after finishing their studies. You do not need a job offer to apply, and...
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VISA GUIDE - 22 March 2026

Post-Accreditation Checks Guide

Once you receive employer accreditation from Immigration New Zealand (INZ), your responsibilities don't end there. Accredited employers are subject to post-accreditation checks, which are used to ensure ongoing compliance with...
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