Immigration New Zealand Streamlines Green List to Address Skilled Worker Shortages

In response to growing demand for skilled healthcare workers, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced a series of updates to its Green List. These changes aim to facilitate the recruitment of international workers and provide them with a clear pathway to residency in New Zealand.

Effective from May 29, 2023, 32 new healthcare roles will be added to the tier one ‘Straight to Residence’ pathway, which offers a streamlined application process for skilled workers. Additionally, all health roles currently on tier two will be moved to the same pathway, reducing the administrative burden on employers and streamlining the recruitment process.

The move is part of a wider effort by the New Zealand government to address shortages in the healthcare sector, which have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The inclusion of these new roles on the Green List will enable Kiwi employers to recruit talented international workers to fill critical positions and provide them with a clear pathway to residency in New Zealand.

Alongside the healthcare updates, INZ has also announced that Ship Masters and Deckhands will be added to the Bus and Truck driver sector agreement. This move will enable employers in this sector to access skilled international workers to help address shortages in their industry.

Overall, the updates to the Green List demonstrate INZ’s commitment to supporting New Zealand’s economy and addressing critical skills shortages. By streamlining the application process and providing clear pathways to residency, these changes will make it easier for Kiwi employers to recruit the skilled workers they need to grow their businesses and contribute to the country’s economic success.

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