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 Philippines 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 affects partner work rights, Green List eligibility, and SMC points.
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Nurses: Straight to ResidenceRegistered nurses from the Philippines are on the Green List Tier 1 โ eligible for straight to residence with no NZ work experience required.
Most applicants follow the right steps.
Just in the wrong order.
โ ๏ธ Most Philippines 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 Philippines applicants moving to New Zealand.
โComplete AEWV application guide
โGreen List search for Filipino professionals
โNursing registration in NZ guide
โSMC points calculator
โDirect links to INZ portals
โDFA authentication process
โHow to position your profile (or when it's not worth applying yet)
What you get
$29
Instant access. No guesswork. Built for Philippines applicants.
Instant access ยท No account required
Built using official government data and real application patterns
TemporaryAEWV up to 5 years. Green List = residence pathway. SMC = 6 points.