Employ workers through the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme
Horticulture or viticulture employers can employ overseas workers from certain Pacific countries through the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme.
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How the Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme
An overview of the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme for horticulture or viticulture employers wanting to recruit workers from Pacific countries.
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RSE changes from 2 Sept
Initial improvements have been made to the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme. Learn more about what these changes mean for RSE employers and workers.
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RSE scheme requirements for
Check the requirements for being an employer in the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme.
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Applying for RSE
You need to have approved RSE status before you are eligible to apply for an Agreement to Recruit (ATR).
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Agreement to Recruit
When you have approved Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) status, you can then apply for an Agreement to Recruit (ATR) and once that is approved, you can begin overseas recruitment.
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How to hire and support Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE)
Learn how to recruit and hire Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) workers under the RSE scheme and how to support your workers visa application. Learn about your requirement to support your workers when they arrive in New Zealand.
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Recognised Seasonal Employer forms and
Forms and guides for employers in the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme.