Work Visas & Employment for New Zealand
Explore every work visas pathway we cover for New Zealand. Each guide is prepared against the official government criteria and sets out who it suits, the eligibility, and the steps involved.
New Zealand work visas pathways
Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV)
New Zealand's main temporary work visa, allowing accredited employers to hire foreign workers where no New Zealand citizen or r…
Read guide02Specific Purpose Work Visa
For people with specialized skills or expertise coming to New Zealand for a specific short-term purpose or event (business seco…
Read guide03Post Study Work Visa
Allows international graduates who have completed an eligible qualification in New Zealand to work for any employer in New Zeal…
Read guide04Working Holiday Visa
For young citizens (aged 18 to 30 or 35) from bilateral partner countries to travel, explore, and work in New Zealand for up to…
Read guide05Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme
Allows New Zealand horticulture and viticulture employers to recruit seasonal workers from Pacific countries for planting, main…
Read guide06Care workforce work-to-residence — current rules
Dedicated pathway allowing care workers (aged care, disability support) paid at or above the Level 4 care workforce rate to tra…
Read guide07Transport work-to-residence — current rules
Pathways allowing bus drivers, truck drivers, ship masters, and aircraft engineers to gain residence after 24 months on an AEWV.
Read guide08Employer accreditation and job check overview
Step-by-step guidance for New Zealand businesses on becoming an Accredited Employer and passing the Job Check to hire overseas…
Read guideNew Zealand Work Visas Ecosystem & Related Global Pathways
Explore supporting intelligence briefings, interactive points assessment tools, institutional services, and parallel global migration pathways.
Supporting Tools & Verification Checklists
Supporting Briefings & Advisory Articles
Land a New Zealand Tech Job Before Your Visa: A Strategy for UAE IT Professionals
For many IT professionals based in the UAE, the traditional immigration process can feel backward and stressful: apply for an expensive visa, wait months for approval, and only then begin the daunting task of hunting for...
Read briefing arrow_forward4 min readNew Zealand Residency Visa: Eligibility & PR Pathways for UAE Professionals
New Zealand is globally renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, exceptional quality of life, and safe, family-friendly communities. For skilled professionals and expatriates residing in the UAE, New Zealand represents ...
Read briefing arrow_forward4 min readNew Zealand Work Permits 2026: Types & Requirements for UAE Expats
New Zealand’s booming economy and severe skill shortages across major industries have created unprecedented opportunities for global talent. For skilled professionals, recent graduates, and tradespeople currently residin...
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