New Zealand has announced immediate revisions to its employment visa program following a near-record migration figure in 2023, deeming the previous numbers “unsustainable.” The revisions include introducing an English language requirement for low-skilled jobs, setting minimum skills and work experience thresholds for most employer work visas, and limiting the maximum continuous stay for most low-skilled roles to three years. The government aims to prioritize highly skilled migrants while ensuring that New Zealanders are given preference for jobs with no skills shortages. Additionally, changes affecting Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) holders have been introduced, including modifications to stay duration and eligibility criteria for future AEWVs.
New Zealand Revises Employment Visa Program in Response to High Migration Figures
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