Move to New Zealand through Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV)
Your pathway to New Zealand is real โ but only if you avoid the mistakes most Nigeria applicants make. The process matters more than the paperwork.
Temporary~6 weeks$1,540 NZD total cost
Verified: Apr 2026
๐ Start Here
Here's how the process works at a high level โ but the order and strategy matter more than the steps themselves.
1
Secure job offer from NZ accredited employer
2
Employer completes Job Check
๐ 2 more steps โ including the exact order that avoids delays
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Median Wage Now $35/hrMedian wage increased to NZD $35.00/hr from March 9, 2026. This threshold determines partner work rights, Green List eligibility, and SMC points.
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Verify Your EmployerJob offer scams targeting Nigerian applicants are common. Always verify employers on the official accredited employer list at immigration.govt.nz before proceeding.
Most applicants follow the right steps.
Just in the wrong order.
โ ๏ธ Most Nigeria applicants waste weeks or get their visa delayed because they follow the wrong order.
๐ Paid plan
Unlock the Exact Application Plan That Gets You Invited (ITA)
This is where most applicants lose points, delay their profile, or miss invitations.
You're reading the overview. But the difference between approval and rejection comes down to what you do, in what order, and what mistakes you avoid. This plan is tailored specifically for Nigeria applicants moving to New Zealand.
โComplete AEWV application guide
โGreen List eligibility check
โSMC points strategy
โDirect links to INZ portals
โIQA guide for Nigerian qualifications
โCommon rejection reasons
โHow to position your profile (or when it's not worth applying yet)
What you get
$29
Instant access. No guesswork. Built for Nigeria applicants.
Instant access ยท No account required
Built using official government data and real application patterns
TemporaryAEWV is up to 5 years. Green List = residence pathway. SMC = 6 points.