Interim work visas will expand to include AEWV applicants transitioning from student visas or other visa types that permit work. Time spent under an interim work visa will count toward cumulative residency calculations and work experience requirements for permanent residency pathways.

New Zealand updated the Active Investor Plus visa to include two main categories: Growth and Balanced. The Growth Category requires a minimum investment of NZ$5 million over three years, while the Balanced Category demands at least NZ$10 million over five years.

New Zealand reduced the minimum investment from NZ$15 million to NZ$5 million, removed the English language test requirement, shortened the residency requirement to 21 days over three years, and sped up the application processing time.

Starting April 2025, migrants switching from other visa categories will have their work rights extended while processing AEWV applications, ensuring they can stay employed during transitional periods.

Changes include removing wage thresholds for Accredited Employer Work Visa roles, lowering minimum experience requirements, extending visa durations, and raising income thresholds for dependent children.