Steps to hiring migrants on the AEWV
There are 3 steps to hiring a migrant on the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV): accreditation, the job check, and the migrant check. You can apply for accreditation and job check from 9 May 2022.
New employer accreditation and work visa
The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) is a temporary work visa being introduced on 4 July 2022. You must be accredited to hire migrant workers on an AEWV.
Accreditation: what you need to commit to
To hire migrants on the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) you must meet standard requirements, and commitments which vary depending on the level of accreditation you need.
Labour market test
The labour market test (LMT) helps ensure New Zealanders get the first chance in the job market ahead of Accredited Employer Work Visa applicants.