Employer Immigration Services
New Zealand businesses increasingly rely on skilled migrant workers to support their workforce and meet their business needs. Whether you are recruiting migrants from overseas or employing workers already in New Zealand, navigating immigration requirements can be complex.
At New Start NZ, we provide comprehensive immigration support to employers throughout the migrant recruitment and employment process. Our experienced team can assist with employer accreditation, Job Checks, work visa applications and ongoing immigration obligations.
Our employer services include:
- Employer Accreditation – New accreditation applications and renewals
- Job Checks – Assistance with preparing and submitting Job Check applications
- Work Visa Applications – AEWV and other relevant work visa applications
- Visa Issues & Appeals – Assistance with visa complications, declines and other immigration matters
- Employer Compliance & Health Checks – Reviewing immigration processes and employer obligations
- Work to Residence – Advice on eligible residence pathways for migrant employees
- Settlement Support – Guidance to help migrant workers settle and establish themselves in New Zealand
- Immigration Advice for Employers – Ongoing support as your business recruits and manages migrant workers
Whether you are hiring your first migrant employee or managing an established migrant workforce, wecan provide practical, professional support to help you navigate New Zealand’s employer-led immigration system.
Recruiting foreign workers requires employers to fulfil many legal and job specific obligations. They also need to meet different requirements depending on; how many foreign workers they employ, whether those workers are temporary or placed in permanent positions, what types of positions they hold and how much they earn, to list a few. The requirements and procedures surrounding visas are constantly changing and that can be challenging for employers. The team at New Start specialises in this and will help you put together a successful application.
Hiring skilled migrants can help New Zealand businesses access the talent they need to grow. If your business wants to employ migrants through the Accredited Employer Work Visa, obtaining employer accreditation with Immigration New Zealand is an essential first step.
Employer accreditation involves meeting specific requirements around your business, employment practices, recruitment processes and responsibilities towards migrant workers. Once accredited, employers can proceed with the Job Check process before supporting eligible migrants with their work visa applications.
At New Start NZ, we assist employers throughout the accreditation process, including new accreditation applications, renewals, Job Checks and ongoing compliance requirements. We provide practical guidance to help employers understand their obligations and establish processes for successfully employing migrant workers.
Whether you are applying for accreditation for the first time or renewing your existing accreditation, our team can help you navigate the process with confidence and ensure your application is prepared in line with current Immigration New Zealand requirements
You may want to bring an employee or contractor in from overseas to come to New Zealand for a specific purpose or event. Among those who can apply for this visa, include business people on secondments, sports players, professional coaches, specialist installers etc.