From 1 October, visa fees across the board will increase. The government reasoning for the increase is that they have been set at an appropriate level to recover the costs of processing a visa and reflect the benefits received by people using immigration services.
As at 13 August 2024 Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has approved 124,974 AEWV applications since the scheme opened, and there are currently 31,689 accredited employers and 84,676 AEWV holders.
Some notable increases include:
- Accredited Employer Work Visa increase from $750 to $1,540
- Job Check Applications increase from $610 to $735
- Permanent Resident Visa increase from $240 to $315
- Specific Purpose Work Visa increase from $735 to $1,355
The government will continue to support subsidized fees for visa applicants from Pacific countries.
Most of the fees paid for by the employer have increased. You can find the new fee structure here.