For those who have received work offers from recognised firms, there is a pathway to employment in New Zealand known as the Accredited Employer Work Visa. With the possibility of additional residency possibilities, this programme has superseded a number of earlier work visas and offers a number of advantages, such as the ability to work for approved firms for a maximum of three years. 

Applicants must fulfil certain eligibility requirements, submit necessary paperwork, and prove they are qualified for the position in order to be granted this visa. An outline of the main features of the Accredited Employer Work Visa is given in this introduction, together with some insight into the prospects it presents to people looking for employment in New Zealand.

The following are the requirements for eligibility for the Accredited Employer Work Visa:

• Compliance with the terms of the visa
• Employment offer from an accredited employer
• You should be qualified for the position.
• No New Zealanders available to fill the position

Required Documents for the Work Visa from an Accredited Employer are as follows:

• A passport that is valid for at least three months.
• Passport-sized photo that satisfies the mandate for photos.
• A police certificate attesting to one's moral character is usually required for stays longer than two years.
• Evidence of a recent offer of employment from an accredited employer, such as a signed employment contract, job description, and offer of employment.
• Proof of experience and credentials pertinent to the position, such as official or certified copies of certifications and records of previous employment with dates, hours worked, employer contact information, and applicability to the position offered.
• Occupational registration, including a certified copy of the provisional or complete NZ registration and verification of eligibility for NZ registration, if necessary for the position in NZ.

When to Apply
After receiving a job offer from a recognised firm in New Zealand, you should apply for the Accredited firm Work Visa.

Visa Processing Time
The Accredited Employer Work Visa normally takes 49 days to process, and you will be informed of the result after that time.

How to Apply
Use these procedures to apply for a New Zealand Accredited Employer Work Visa:

• Get a job offer from a New Zealand firm that has been approved first. This job offer should be current, include a signed employment agreement, job description, and job offer letter, and be for at least thirty hours per week.
• A link to submit an online visa application will be sent to you by email by Immigration New Zealand (INZ).
• In order to apply online, scan and upload the necessary paperwork. 
• As part of the online application procedure, pay the visa application fee with a credit card, debit card, China UnionPay, or POLi.
• Submit your visa application after finishing the online form, attend the visa interview and make the necessary payment. Immigration New Zealand will notify you of any additional activities or steps that could be required.

Duration
Generally, the Accredited Employer Work Visa for New Zealand permits a maximum three-year stay. Your stay could be restricted to two years, though, if your income is less than the median. You can apply for a new visa after your current one expires, or you can apply for an Accredited Employer visa if your compensation is at least the median salary.

Fees
The Accredited Employer Work Visa application price is NZD $750, which also covers the immigration levy. During the online application procedure, you can pay with POLi, China UnionPay, credit cards, or debit cards. It's crucial to know that there are no refunds for visa expenses to New Zealand.

Can my Work Visa from an Accredited Employer be extended?
It is possible to request an extension of your work visa for an accredited employer. However, being eligible for an extension is contingent upon meeting certain requirements, such as continuing work with an approved company and adhering to visa regulations.

If my application is rejected, will my visa cost be reimbursed?
No, there are no refunds for New Zealand visa payments. Even if your application is denied, you are still required to pay the application cost, which is not refundable.