Application for a Job Change or a variation of conditions for work visa holders

If you hold an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) use this form to apply for a Job Change. If you hold a work visa, use this form to apply for a variation of conditions.

Who can apply for a Job Change or a variation of conditions

This form is for work visa holders with specific employment conditions.

You can use this form to apply for a Job Change or a variation of conditions to:

  • change occupation, employer, and location of employment or
  • study part-time.

If you are changing your occupation you will need to be suitably qualified for the job.

If you hold a student visa or a visitor visa you will need to apply by downloading and completing the Application for a Variation of Conditions or a Variation of Travel Conditions (INZ 1020) form.

Application for a Variation of Conditions or a Variation of Travel Conditions (INZ 1020) PDF 447KB

Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) holders

You can apply for a Job Change to vary your specified employer, occupation, location of work, or a combination of these visa conditions.

Your employer must be accredited under AEWV and have a valid Job Check for your Job Change application.

Essential Skills Work Visa holders

You can apply for a variation of conditions to change your employer, occupation, location, or a combination of these.

If you are changing your occupation or location of employment your employer must have advertised the role and been unable to find suitable and available New Zealand workers for the job.

Your employer does not need to have advertised the role if your occupation is on an Essential Skills in Demand list or the Green List and you meet the requirements of the list, or you are paid at least twice the median wage.

Working for a different employer

If you are applying to work for a different employer and they are not accredited under the AEWV policy or the Talent (Accredited Employers) policy, your new employer will need to complete an Employer Supplementary Form (INZ 1113), which must be attached to this application.

Employer Supplementary Form (INZ 1113) PDF 388KB

Fee

The fee to submit this request is NZD $210. You will pay the fee at the end of the form. You can pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.