Immigration Central Ltd, Auckland, New Zealand

08/06/2026

New post study work visa options are coming for international students.

🌏🎓 Studying in New Zealand? Two work visa options are opening up for graduates.

From Monday 16 November, there are two changes that can help international graduates take the next step from study into work:

✅ New visa: Short‑term Graduate Work Visa (SGWV)

A new visa for eligible graduates of vocational study, offering up to 6 months of open work rights — time to look for a job, gain local experience, and explore longer‑term options.

✅ Expanded eligibility: Post‑Study Work Visa (PSWV)

More graduates will now be eligible for a Post‑Study Work Visa of up to 12 months, with eligibility extended to students who complete a Level 7 Graduate Diploma and also hold a Bachelor’s degree.

These are one‑off visas and can only be granted once per individual.

Find out more about these visas and start planning your study journey at: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/new-and-updated-post-study-work-visa-options/

24/05/2026

English Language Changes coming from 1 June 2026.

The Minister of Immigration announced today changes to English language requirements for some AEWV holders will come into effect from 1 June 2026.

Read more about this change on our website: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/english-language-requirements-extended-to-aewv-skill-level-3-roles/

24/05/2026

Erica Stanford has announced today that with the introduction of two new skilled residence pathways coming in August 2026 it was important that people coming to New Zealand for "mid-skilled roles with aspirations for residence" arrive with a "minimum of basic, everyday English".

The changes will apply from the beginning of next month.

17/04/2026

New Zealand Visa Applicants, take note.

🚨Watch out for fake job offers🚨

New Zealand employers cannot charge you fees for a job or make you pay any of their recruitment costs. This includes indirectly through a third party who then demands you pay them.

If you see these signs of a scam, stop and take extra precautions. Ask questions and seek official advice: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/work/protecting-yourself-from-immigration-scams/

25/08/2025

Check here to find out how to apply for your police certificate. Not everyone needs it, so check with your licensed immigration adviser before you apply.

Not sure if you need a police certificate for your visa application?

Find out who needs one and how to get it for your country here 👉 https://www.immigration.govt.nz/policecertificates

If you are required to submit a police certificate to meet the good character requirement for your visa, make sure:

✅ It is less than 6 months old when you submit your visa application
✅ You include an English translation if the certificate is not in English.

24/06/2025

New trades added to the Green List, opening doors to residence for more people. Are you one of them?

🚨 Green List Update – Skilled Trades Added 🛠️

From 18 August 2025, 10 new trades occupations will be added to the Green List Work to Residence pathway — including Welders, Fitters, Panel Beaters, and more.

✅ Applicants must meet specific job and wage requirements to ensure they have the necessary skills and experience.

This change supports workforce needs in high-demand sectors across New Zealand.

Learn more: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/ten-trades-occupations-to-be-added-to-the-work-to-residence-pathway/

25/02/2025

It's great news for PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS today being added to the Straight-to-Residence Pathway. Contact us for more information if you are thinking of coming to work in New Zealand.

https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/media-centre/news-notifications/government-announces-primary-teachers-to-be-added-to-straight-to-residence-pathway

23/01/2024

What are YOU doing this long weekend in Auckland? It's Auckland Anniversary Day on 29 Jan 2024 and a great way to spend it is by the water! (Don't accidentally turn up to work!). Pop down with family and friends to join in the excitement of dragon boat racing at Viaduct Marina. With all Auckland teams and a number of visiting teams it makes for nail-biting racing!

14/01/2024

Watching the sun set on 2023 from Whatipu Beach, West Auckland. Walked the Omanawanui Track, found a great picnic spot and waved goodbye to 2023.

08/01/2024

Happy New Year everyone. Good news for employers: The Government is pausing the increase of the median wage rate for the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) that was due to go up in February 2024.

All current wage rates in place will remain, including:

• NZ$29.66 per hour for migrants employed on most AEWVs
• NZ$26.16 per hour for AEWV holders covered by the Care Workforce Sector Agreement
• Specific wage rates for other sector agreements and roles with exemptions to the median wage.

The median wage will still increase to NZ$31.61 in February 2024 for other visa categories that use it, such as the Skilled Migrant Category and Parent Category. However, this planned increase will not impact applications that are received before the increase.