Update on AEWV – Key information and statistics

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Accreditation applications opened on 23 May 2022, Job Check applications opened on 20 June 2022 and work visa applications opened on 4 July 2022. 

As at 3 June 2024 Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has approved 120,472 AEWV applications, and there are 35,264 accredited employers.

On 7 April 2024, changes were announced to the Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme. These include:

  • Introducing an English language requirement for migrants applying for low skilled ANZSCO level 4 and 5 roles.
  • A minimum skills and work experience threshold for most AEWV roles.
  • For roles that fall into the ANZSCO level 4 and 5, employers will need to engage with Work and Income before approval to bring in migrants will be granted.
  • Reducing the maximum continuous stay for most ANZSCO level 4 and 5 roles from 5 years to 3 years.
  • Disestablishing the franchisee accreditation category and for these businesses to apply to bring in workers from overseas through the standard, high-volume, or triangular employment accreditation.

Australia Immigration News: Increase in the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) to $73,150

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​​​​​Raising the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT)

From 1 July 2024, the TSMIT will increase from $70,000 to $73,150. New nomination applications from this date will need to meet the new TSMIT of $73,150 or the annual market salary rate, whichever is higher.

This change will not affect existing visa holders and nominations lodged before 1 July 2024.

These changes are in line with the Government’s commitment at the Jobs and Skills Summit in September 2022.

English translations- NEW REQUIREMENTS FOR VISITOR VISA APPLICATIONS

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From 17 June 2024, all supporting documents submitted with visitor visa applications to Immigration New Zealand (INZ) must be provided in English.

What documents need translation?

All supporting documents submitted with visitor visa applications must be provided in English or include an English translation.

Examples of documents that require translation can include:

  • proof of funds — such as bank statements, pay records
  • flight itineraries including return tickets
  • proof of employment in your home country
  • leave of absence documentation
  • identity documents other than passports — for example, Hukou for Chinese nationals.

 

Who can complete a certified translation?

Applicants can provide certified translations completed by:

  • reputable private or official translation businesses
  • community members known for their accurate translations, excluding the applicant, family members, or their immigration adviser.

We will also accept translations from a licensed immigration adviser (LIA) who is:

  • a trustworthy person within the community
  • known to translate documents accurately
  • not an adviser on the application.

Applications without translated documents are likely to be declined.