How to hire migrants
Make the process easier by watching our Immigration Basics video and reading about the important things you need to know.
Things to consider before hiring migrants
Here are some key things to consider before you start hiring from overseas.
Search locally first
Before looking overseas for workers it's important to check there are no New Zealanders that can do the job.
Check someone can legally work for you
Check a candidate's visa status
VisaView allows you to check whether a migrant can work for you, including the conditions of the visa, and the date of expiry.
Get to know the work visa options
A migrant must hold a visa that allows them to work when they begin their employment with you. The most common visas that let migrants work are explained here.
Skill shortages — Essential Skills in Demand Lists (ESID)
The skill shortage lists help provide certainty for employers and potential migrants and let potential migrants easily find what skills are in demand in New Zealand.
Why hire migrants?
Migrant workers can do more than just fill a gap in your staffing.