At a glance
- Accreditation
- Required before hiring on an AEWV
- Job check
- Valid 6 months; apply within 90 days of the advert closing
- Labour market test
- Show no suitable New Zealanders are available
Figures are from Immigration New Zealand as at 23 October 2026 and change regularly. Always check the official page before applying.
Who it’s for
- Businesses hiring migrant workers
- Migrant business owners hiring for the first time
- Employers renewing accreditation
What INZ looks for
- Compliance with employment law and immigration obligations
- Genuine advertising for the role
- Pay and conditions that meet requirements
Where people go wrong
- Advertising that doesn’t meet INZ requirements
- Missing the 90-day job check window
- Job descriptions that don’t match the real role
How we help
- Accreditation applications and renewals
- Job checks and advertising guidance
- Supporting your workers’ AEWV applications
This guide is general information, not immigration advice. Immigration New Zealand makes every visa decision. More in employers visas.