🇳🇿 New Zealand Expands English Language Rules For Skilled Work Visa Applicants From June 2026
Planning to work in New Zealand? Important updates are coming for skilled professionals applying under the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV).
Key updates you should know:
✅ English language rules will now apply to Skill Level 3 AEWV roles ✅ The requirement already exists for Skill Levels 4 and 5 ✅ Applicants must meet IELTS 4.0 or an equivalent English standard ✅ Workers planning long-term residence may get up to 5 years to meet higher residency language requirements ✅ The new changes come ahead of upcoming skilled residence pathways
New Zealand aims to help foreign workers integrate better into workplaces and understand immigration rights effectively.
If you are an Indian skilled professional planning your New Zealand work journey, Radvision World can help you throughout the NZ work visa process with guidance on eligibility assessment, documentation support, and application assistance.
📩 Connect with Radvision World and check your eligibility today.













