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New Zealand announced immediate adjustments to its employment visa program on Sunday, citing concerns over unsustainable levels of migration witnessed last year.
The changes entail implementing an English language requirement for low-skilled positions and establishing a minimum skills and work experience threshold for most employer work visas. Additionally, the maximum continuous stay for most low-skilled roles will be reduced from five years to three years.
Immigration Minister Erica Stanford emphasized the government’s focus on attracting and retaining highly skilled migrants, particularly in sectors facing shortages such as secondary teaching. Concurrently, efforts aim to prioritize job opportunities for New Zealanders in fields without skill shortages.
According to a statement, nearly 173,000 individuals migrated to New Zealand last year, nearing a record high. With a population of approximately 5.1 million, the surge in migrant numbers post-pandemic has raised inflationary concerns.
In a parallel development, Australia, experiencing a similar uptick in migration, has announced plans to halve its migrant intake over the next two years.
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