In a measure intended to provide temporary relief to specific industries to address labor shortages., The New Zealand Government has introduced a new Specific Purpose Work Visa subcategory for industries that experience seasonal peaks.
According to New Zealand’s official Immigration website, the new visa subcategory “is a provisional, time-limited, streamlined pathway more closely aligned with the duration of seasonal work.”
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To be eligible, New Zealand Immigration states that the seasonal work must be directly affected by changes in weather, such as harvesting, ski instruction or tree planting.
Furthermore, the works must begin no later than 31 May 2025 and their duration will not exceed 9 months.
In particular, horticulture, viticulture and fishing crew work covered by other visas are excluded.
If interested in applying, migrant workers must submit their applications no later than March 31, 2025.
On the other hand, employers must have an employer accreditation and pay at least NZD$29.66 per hour for a minimum of 30 hours per week.
In addition, employers must advertise the position in advance and provide evidence of this to the migrant to include in their application.
Meanwhile, Immigration New Zealand said it is also considering the need for a longer-term visa option for seasonal workers as part of the ongoing review of the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV).
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What is a specific purpose work visa?
The Specific Purpose Work Visa allows a person to come to New Zealand for a specific purpose or event. However, the applicant cannot include their partner or dependent children on the visa application. They will need to apply for other visas depending on the relationship.
Details can be found here.
How long can an applicant stay in New Zealand on a work visa for a specific purpose?
According to Immigrant New Zealand, the length of an applicant’s stay depends on their specific purpose or event. Typically, an applicant cannot apply for another work visa for a specific purpose when they already have one approved.
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