Implementation of Conditioned Partner Work Rights
Validated finding · five-country-2010-20260922-v118-evidence-presentation-fix
Policy effect
Replaced open work rights for partners of most temporary migrant workers (holding Accredited Employer Work Visas or Essential Skills Work Visas) with conditioned work rights requiring employment with an accredited employer and pay at or above the median wage, while preserving open work rights for partners of Green List workers or high earners (≥2x median wage).
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Changes to partner work visas Changes to partners of temporary work visa holders is part of the wider immigration Rebalance, which is aimed at supporting a higher-productivity, higher-wage economy. These changes mean that most partners of temporary migrant workers who hold an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) and Essential Skills Work Visa (ESWV) will have visa conditions which state they must work for an Accredited Employer in any role and be paid at least median wage (or the applicable threshold if the role is covered by a sector agreement). AEWV holders who are earning twice the median wage or in a Green List role will still be able to sponsor their partners for open work rights. Partners who do not wish to work can apply to come to New Zealand on Visitor Visas. These changes will be in effect from 31 May 2023. More information is available on the Beehive website and our website. Strengthened protections and improved processes for partners of migrant workers — Beehive.govt.nz Bringing family if you have a work visa Visa lookup Search for a visa Find and compare visas Visit Work Study Live All visas Popular information Contact us Residence Checking your application Applying for …
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- 2023-04-26Implementation of Transport Sector Agreement Median Wage Exemption for Bus Drivers
- 2023-05-01Update to Parent Category Sponsor Minimum Income Thresholds
- 2023-06-21Official mobile-app channel enabled for online immigration applications
- 2023-06-21Online applications for entry permission legally enabled
- 2023-06-21Online visa applications expanded at immigration control areas
- 2023-09-07Skilled Migrant Category expression-of-interest fees removed