How Long You Can Stay on an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) in New Zealand

25 March 2026 ยท Europe Permit

  • New Zealand sets specific maximum stay periods for the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV). ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ

  • Most high-skilled workers enjoy a maximum stay of up to five years on a single AEWV. ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ

  • Workers in lower-skilled roles face shorter duration limits depending on their specific job sector. ๐Ÿ“‰

  • The total time allowed includes any previous time spent on other temporary work visas. โณ

  • Employees must check their โ€œmaximum continuous stayโ€ to avoid accidentally overstaying their legal limit. ๐Ÿ›‚

  • Certain sectors with Green List roles provide a direct pathway to permanent residency after two years. ๐Ÿ 

  • Applicants must earn at least the median wage to qualify for the full five-year visa duration. ๐Ÿ’ต

  • The government requires a โ€œstand-downโ€ period for some workers before they can apply for a new AEWV. ๐Ÿ›‘

  • Employers must maintain their accreditation status for the entire duration of the workerโ€™s stay. ๐Ÿข

  • Planning your residency transition early ensures you donโ€™t run out of time on your temporary permit. ๐Ÿ“ˆ

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