Employer Work Visa (AEWV)

Employer certification: First, the employer needs to go through the certification process of Immigration New Zealand. Only certified employers can recruit overseas workers. The purpose of certification is to ensure that employers have good recruitment and employment compliance and the ability to support overseas employees working and living in New Zealand.
Advertise for job review: After an employer is accredited, it must advertise for the required position and conduct a market test to confirm whether a New Zealand resident or citizen can fill the position. This step ensures that employers can only hire overseas staff if there are no suitable local candidates
Employee applies for a visa: Once the position is approved, the employee can start applying for an employer work permit. During the application process, employees are required to provide necessary personal information, proof of qualifications, and work experience relevant to the position for which they are applying. Immigration will review the application to ensure that the employee meets the visa requirements and that working in New Zealand will not adversely affect the local labor market.