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Immigration New Zealand is making changes to improve wait times across the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.

We acknowledge that employer accreditation, Job Check and AEWV applications have been taking longer to process. We know this is frustrating for employers and migrant workers, and improving these times is a priority for us.

We are now processing similar applications in groups, such as those from the same sector or location or where applicants are in similar situations. By assessing these at the same time, we can be more efficient and process applications faster, while ensuring the necessary checks still take place.

Incomplete applications continue to be a major contributor to the longer wait times. Applications that include the required evidence and documentation will be prioritised.

Getting your application right the first time will mean it is processed faster. We encourage you to:

  • include all the required evidence when you apply for accreditation or a Job Check
  • understand the advertising requirements for your role before advertising, so you can include the right evidence in your Job Check
  • encourage migrants to read about their AEWV application requirements when you send them a job token
  • check the duration of your current accreditation. You need valid employer accreditation for us to process your Job Check and AEWV applications, including applications for the balance of a longer AEWV.
More on AEWV wait times
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Immigration New Zealand