Work — AEWV Verified 2026-04-19New Zealand Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) — Informational
The main NZ work visa — requires job offer from accredited employer meeting pay/hours thresholds. NZD 1,540. Up to 5 years. Leads to PR via SMC or Green List.
No visa is ever guaranteed — the final decision always rests with the New Zealand visa authority. We make sure your file is presented at its strongest.
NZ work and residence categories (AEWV, Skilled Migrant, Green List, Parent) require ongoing engagement with NZ employers' accreditation, Job Check approvals, occupation-specific registration, and NZQA qualification assessments. NZ law also requires paid immigration advice (other than for student visas) to come from Immigration Advisers Authority (IAA) licensed advisers or NZ-qualified lawyers. SureshotVisa specialises in short-stay visit, business, and student visa applications — please consult an IAA-licensed NZ immigration adviser or lawyer for these categories.
New Zealand for Indian applicants — handled by SureshotVisa
Three NZ rules every Indian applicant gets wrong. We don't.
India is not NZeTA-eligible. There's no Working Holiday Scheme with NZ. And the Funds Transfer Scheme — open to only four countries including India — is a legitimate edge for student cases. We file Visitor, Business, Medical, Transit, Student & Pathway visas end-to-end. Most India-based decisions are made by INZ Mumbai branch — timelines we know down to the week.
1,200+ approved
Across every visa category we handle at SureshotVisa — measurable, repeatable wins.
Indian-licensed
Brand of Pro Lifeset Overseas Pvt Ltd — registered, accountable, end-to-end handling in India.
FTS for students
We lodge with INZ's Funds Transfer Scheme so student living-cost evidence is bank-grade.
Refusal recovery
Refused before? We rebuild the file with India-specific evidence INZ actually accepts.
Three NZ rules Indians keep getting wrong (and we navigate every week)
- NO NZeTA for Indians. The visa-waiver list does NOT include India. You need a full visitor / student / work visa — never an eTA.
- NO Working Holiday Scheme. India and NZ don't have a bilateral agreement. Don't waste weeks researching this — work routes for Indians are AEWV, Specific Purpose, or Care Workforce W2R, all handled by IAA-licensed NZ advisers.
- FTS works in your favour for students. India is one of only four countries on INZ's Funds Transfer Scheme — a secure, INZ-endorsed way to transfer student living costs. Used correctly, it's the strongest financial-evidence move on Student / Pathway / English visas.
Note: SureshotVisa handles NZ Visitor, Business, Medical, Transit, Student & Pathway categories end-to-end. Work and residence pathways (AEWV, Skilled Migrant, Green List, Parent, Investor) are decided under NZ law that requires an Immigration Advisers Authority (IAA) licensed adviser — we'll point you to a trusted one if that's your case.
Processing
Varies by visa category — Visitor 80% in 2 weeks; Business Visitor 1 week; Student 8 weeks; Post Study Work 4 weeks; AEWV 6 weeks; SMC/Green List 6-12 months
Stay Duration
Up to 5 years (3 for ANZSCO level 4-5)
Starting Fee
NZD 1,540
Apply At
12 VFS centres
Who Can Apply
- Applicants with job offer from INZ-accredited employer
- 2+ years relevant work experience OR Level 4+ NZQA qualification
- Min pay NZD 35/hr (skilled) or NZD 52.50/hr (ANZSCO 4-5)
- Good health, character, English (for ANZSCO 4-5 not-exempt roles)
What it costs
Government & VFS fees
Paid directly to New Zealand / VFS — these are not our service fee, and we never mark them up.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) | NZD 1,540 |
| Partner of NZ Citizen/Resident Work Visa | NZD 1,630 |
| Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa | NZD 6,450 |
| Straight to Residence (Green List Tier 1) | NZD 6,450 |
| Work to Residence (Green List Tier 2) | NZD 6,450 |
| Partnership Resident Visa | NZD 5,810 |
| Parent Resident Visa | NZD 4,290 |
| Active Investor Plus Visa | NZD 28,000 |
All NZ visa fees are set in NZD by Immigration New Zealand and paid online at apply.immigration.govt.nz. The INR amount depends on NZD/INR exchange rate on payment day. Additional costs: medical/TB X-ray at INZ Panel Physician (₹6,000-12,000), Police Clearance Certificate (free from PSK but courier/apostille extra), NZQA International Qualifications Assessment (NZD 746 if below-bachelor), translation, biometrics, and Immigration Levy (separate from base fee). Non-refundable regardless of outcome. INZ explicitly warns that job offer scams targeting Indian applicants are common — verify employer accreditation on INZ website; never pay an NZ employer for a job.
What to gather
Documents required
Having a document isn't the same as presenting it right — that's the part we handle.
Overview — informational reference
6 items- Signed job offer + employment agreement from accredited employerRequired
- Employment certificates + payslips + Form 16/ITR spanning 2+ years experienceRequired
CV alone is NOT sufficient.
- Qualifications + IQA from NZQA if below-bachelorRequired
- Occupational registration (for regulated roles: nurses, engineers, teachers, etc.)
- English evidence (IELTS 4.0+ or PTE 28+) for ANZSCO 4-5 roles
- TB X-ray + PCC + passport + photoRequired
Required · optional / if applicable
The journey.
5 steps from intake to approval. Curved spine on the right shows the natural pace — never as linear as government sites pretend.
- 01
Receive job offer from INZ-accredited employer
Employer must have completed Employer Check + Job Check steps.
- 02
Migrant Check — your visa application
Apply online at apply.immigration.govt.nz.
- 03
Upload evidence + pay NZD 1,540
Plus biometrics + TB X-ray.
- 04
Decision ~6 weeks for 80%
Digital eVisa tied to employer.
- 05
After 24 months: apply for residence (Green List Tier 2 or SMC)
NZ's main pathway to PR.
Download official forms
Official forms are hosted by VFS Global — we don't host third-party forms ourselves, so you always get the latest version.
How to download from VFS:
- Click the form name below — opens the official VFS Global page for New Zealand
- Select the visa category you're applying for (e.g. Tourist, Business, Student)
- Scroll down to the "Download Form" section at the bottom
- Click the PDF icon next to the form name → saves to your device
Immigration NZ Online Application Portal
Create a RealMe account or Immigration Online account. All NZ visas for Indian applicants are lodged here online.
Immigration New Zealand — Official Visa Information
Authoritative source for all NZ visa categories, fee updates, and occupation/wage thresholds (which change frequently).
VFS Global NZ — Biometrics & Document Submission (India)
Where Indian applicants submit biometrics, book appointments, and track passport delivery.
INZ Panel Physicians — Medical Examination (India)
Only INZ Panel Physicians' medical reports are accepted — e-medical system. Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, and others.
NZQA International Qualifications Assessment
Required for below-bachelor foreign qualifications applying for work/residence visas. NZD 746 fee.
Green List Occupations (current)
Check if your occupation is Tier 1 (straight to residence) or Tier 2 (work to residence). Updated frequently — verify before applying.
Immigration Advisers Authority (IAA) Register
Check if your advisor is IAA-licensed BEFORE paying for immigration advice. Critical for avoiding scams.
VFS application centres
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We're actively building per-visa quizzes. For now, the best way to assess your eligibility for New Zealand Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) — Informational is a free 1-on-1 consultation with our team.
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Questions, answered straight
INZ-approved employer with valid accreditation (Employer Check passed). Verify at immigration.govt.nz — NEVER trust an agent's word alone.
Any NZ employer asking you to pay for the job offer. INZ will DECLINE your visa if it finds payment for job — serious integrity issue, not just paperwork.
AEWV → after 24 months skilled work → Green List Tier 2 residence OR SMC 6-point system → Resident Visa → PR after 2 years.
NZ work and residence categories (AEWV, Skilled Migrant, Green List, Parent) require ongoing engagement with NZ employers' accreditation, Job Check approvals, occupation-specific registration, and NZQA qualification assessments. NZ law also requires paid immigration advice (other than for student visas) to come from Immigration Advisers Authority (IAA) licensed advisers or NZ-qualified lawyers. SureshotVisa specialises in short-stay visit, business, and student visa applications — please consult an IAA-licensed NZ immigration adviser or lawyer for these categories.
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This page is for information only
SureshotVisa does not process this visa category. For other New Zealand visa types we can help with — Tourist, Visitor, Business, Student, or Family Reunification — see the related visa types below.
Other New Zealand Visa Types
New Zealand Visitor Visa (Tourism / Family Visit)
The main tourism and family-visit visa for Indian citizens. Up to 6 months multi-entry or 9 months single-entry. NZD 441. 80% decided in 2 weeks.
View guideNew Zealand Business Visitor Visa
For Indian professionals visiting NZ for business meetings, negotiations, conferences, or consultations. NZD 341. Up to 3 months in any 12-month period. Cannot take up NZ employment.
View guideNew Zealand Medical Treatment Visitor Visa
For Indian patients travelling to NZ for private medical treatment or consultation. NZD 441. Requires NZ hospital/specialist letter + funds for treatment + stay.
View guideNew Zealand Transit Visa
For Indian travellers passing through Auckland airport en route to a third country for up to 24 hours. Free or nominal fee.
View guideNew Zealand Culturally Arranged Marriage Visitor Visa
For Indian citizens coming to NZ to marry their NZ citizen/resident fiancé(e) in an arranged marriage — within 3 months of arrival. Pathway to Partnership Resident Visa.
View guideNew Zealand Fee Paying Student Visa
Main study visa for Indian students pursuing full-time courses at approved NZ education providers. NZD 850. Up to 4 years per visa. Work rights up to 25 hrs/week during term. Gateway to PR.
View guideNew Zealand Pathway Student Visa
A single visa covering up to 3 consecutive study programmes (e.g. English → Foundation → Bachelor's). Valid up to 5 years. NZD 850. Saves money vs 3 separate student visas.
View guideNew Zealand Post Study Work Visa — Informational
Critical bridge visa after completing qualifying NZ course. Up to 3 years open work rights. NZD 1,670. Only one PSWV per lifetime. Gateway to AEWV and PR.
View guideSource & Disclaimer
Data on this page is sourced from the official VFS Global New Zealand website and Embassy of New Zealand. Last verified 2026-04-19. Always verify with the official embassy before applying — fees and requirements change without notice.