New Zealand: New Open Work Visa Rules Coming April 2026

New Zealand officially updates employment conditions for all open work visa holders starting April 20, 2026. 🇳🇿

The government introduces two distinct categories to clarify exactly what kind of work migrants can perform. 🔍

Post-study work visa holders and partners of workers continue to enjoy full flexibility, including self-employment. 💼

Working holiday visa holders face new restrictions and must now work only for a specific employer. 🚫

Holders of protection-related visas also fall under the “employer-only” category to ensure labor compliance. 🛡️

All open work visa holders remain strictly prohibited from employing other people in any business they own. ❌

The new rules explicitly ban any involvement in commercial sexual services across all visa types. 🔞

Current visa holders benefit from transitional arrangements, allowing them to finish their current jobs until expiry. ⏳

Immigration New Zealand emphasizes that these changes aim to protect migrants from exploitation and confusion. 🤝

Future applicants must align their career plans with the specific conditions of their approved visa category. 📋

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