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Immigration News and Views. VisaAide is a team of New Zealand Licensed Immigration Advisers helping employers and individuals with their NZ immigration matters, providing professional advice and application management services.
VisaAide Blog
22h ago
Contents:
Introduction
VisaAide: Your Gateway to Global Talent
Understanding the Impact of International Talent
Strategic Workforce Planning
Recruitment Tools for Employers
The ROI of Proactive Immigration Management
Minimize Risk, Maximise Efficiency
Understanding Your Accreditation Options
Why Outsource Your Immigration Matters?
Trusting the Professionals
Pathway to Citizenship and Permanent Residency
Conclusion
Introduction
In today’s job market, top talent knows no borders. We know that a diverse workforce brings innovative ideas, cultural richness, and a competitive edge that ca ..read more
VisaAide Blog
2w ago
Contents:
Changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) Scheme
Changes to Residency Pathways
No Franchisee Accreditation
The New Zealand government has announced sweeping changes to immigration policy, effective immediately, with implications set to affect numerous businesses and their visa holding staff across the country.
Changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) Scheme
The revisions to the AEWV scheme include:
Shortened visa lengths and maximum stays: AEWV applicants in ANZSCO level 4 or 5 occupations will now receive shorter visas, with a maximum length reduced ..read more
VisaAide Blog
4M ago
Contents:
Introduction
Current wage rates
Impact on other visa categories
Looking ahead
Conclusion
Introduction
In a recent development, the New Zealand government has decided to put a temporary halt on the planned increase of the median wage rate for the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV). This decision, affecting migrant workers and their employers, carries implications for various sectors. Let's delve into the details of this decision and understand how it might impact different visa categories.
Current wage rates
Effective February 2024, the median wage rate for AEWV holders wa ..read more
VisaAide Blog
6M ago
Australia is taking significant steps to streamline the pathway to permanent residence (PR) for temporary skilled workers, ensuring that skilled workers have a clear route to PR, making it more accessible and straightforward.
Content
Key changes
Why the changes
Who will be affected
Contact us
Key changes
The Department of Home Affairs is actively working on these changes, which will impact two major visa categories:
Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa (subclass 482): The government aims to expand and improve the PR pathway for temporary skilled workers, making it more efficient and ..read more
VisaAide Blog
6M ago
Recruitment impact
Pre-emptive action
Existing staff
Residence pathways
Time is running out before the wage increase takes effect. It’s recommended that you act quickly to prevent financial stress for your migrant workforce and to streamline the transition.
Key points and recommendations: 1. Recruitment impact:
- Hire new staff before the wage increase in February to avoid the $31.61 minimum wage requirement.
- Prepare for potential wage structure adjustments.
2. Pre-emptive action:
- Review current job listings to align with the median wag ..read more
VisaAide Blog
6M ago
Did you know that our VisaAide Licensed Immigration Advisers offer workplace visits? These sessions are designed to educate employers on immigration changes which will help clarify immigration pathways for your migrant workers.
The sessions are free and cover the following:
Immigration changes and how they can affect your business and migrant workers:
3- year to 5-year visa review
Gaining residency
Support for families of migrant workers
Job check changes
Compliance requirements going forward
MBIE modules
Renewals for Accreditation
Median wage changes
To find out more or to book a visit, co ..read more
VisaAide Blog
7M ago
Contents:
What is changing with the new Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa?
So how does the new point system work?
Skilled job offer or skilled employment in NZ
Some visa requirements are not changing
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From 09 October 2023, the New Skilled Migrant Resident Visa comes into effect, with a simplified points system where applicants need six points to be granted residence.
INZ expects that the new simplified points system will result in faster decision times, with straight forward applications being decided within 6 to 8 weeks.
What is changing with the new Skilled Migrant Category ..read more
VisaAide Blog
7M ago
Contents:
Requirements for the Work to Residence Visa
Wage requirements for the Green List Work to Residence Visa
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From 29 September 2023, anybody who meets the criteria for the Work to Residence Visa, Care Workforce Work to Residence Visa, or Transport Work to Residence Visas can submit their residence visa application.
Requirements for the Work to Residence Visa
This means migrants who want to apply for residence under the Work to Residence Visa, Care Workforce Work to Residence Visa, or Transport Work to Residence Visa can apply if they:
Have 2 years of eligible work experienc ..read more
VisaAide Blog
7M ago
The Government has announced changes to the immigration system to address compliance issues, for the benefit of both migrant workers and ethical employers. This is as a result of investigations into accredited employers and feedback on AEWVs (Accredited Employer Work Visas).
Removal of 90-day trial periods for the AEWV
Almost 200 accredited employers are under investigation
MBIE will require judicial warrants for out-of-hours compliance visits
Other immigration changes and updates
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Removal of 90-day trial periods for the AEWV
To encourage accredited employe ..read more
VisaAide Blog
7M ago
There have been numerous updates and changes made by Immigration NZ this past week. Here’s a roundup to keep you up to date.
17 roles added to the Green List
New roles added to the Construction and Infrastructure Sector Agreement
Increase to the RSE (Recognised Seasonal Employer) Scheme cap
Applications for Work to Residence pathways open
Cyclone Gabrielle Recover Visa closed to new applicants
Changes to work rights for Student Visa holders
Median wage increase in February 2024
AEWV compliance issues and changes
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17 roles added to the Green List
17 new role ..read more