New Zealand Tightens Family Visa Rules for Some Workers

New Zealand has further tightened work visa regulations for specific categories of Accredited Employer Work visa (AEWV) holders. This significant update was announced on the Immigration New Zealand website, highlighting essential changes.

According to the new policy, AEWV holders in jobs classified at Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) levels 4 and 5, without a pathway to residency, are no longer eligible to sponsor work, visitor, or student visa applications for their partners and dependent children. This affects many applicants.

This change impacts many workers and their families, restricting their ability to bring loved ones to New Zealand. The government aims to streamline immigration policies and ensure that residency pathways are clear, attainable, and fair for all.