Tag: skills_shortage

New Zealand First Pledges to Scrap Accredited Employer Work Visa

12 Oct 2026 1:08 p.m. · Source: New Zealand First

New Zealand First says it will end the Accredited Employer Work Visa and replace it with a shortage-led Skilled Work Visa tied to named occupations, regions and proven need.

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