WI16.1 Who is eligible for a special work visa

1. Applicants in New Zealand may be granted one work visa valid for 12 months if they have been certified by the New Zealand Police as being suspected victims of people trafficking.
2. A further work visa may only be granted if:
   1. the New Zealand Police or Immigration New Zealand determines the applicant’s continued presence in New Zealand is required; and
   2. the applicant has not obstructed a New Zealand Police or Immigration New Zealand investigation; and
   3. an immigration officer determines that the applicant has personal circumstances that warrant the grant of a further work visa.
3. Before making a decision on an application under (a) or (b) above, immigration officers should consult with Immigration New Zealand’s Serious Offences Unit.

Note: Circumstances that may require the applicant’s continued presence in New Zealand under WI16.1(b)(iii) may include, but are not limited to, where there is an ongoing police investigation and/or prosecution beyond the initial 12-month visa duration, and Immigration New Zealand or the New Zealand Police desire the applicant remain in New Zealand to continue their involvement in the case.

Effective 28/08/2017