Work forms and guides
Application forms and guides related to working in New Zealand. It is recommended that you read the associated guide first before you complete the form.
General work visa forms
| Form name | Form number | Date last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Work Visa Application – Online (recommended) | Online | |
| Work Visa ApplicationPDF 303KB | 1015 | August 2018 |
| Application for Variation of Conditions or a Variation of Travel ConditionsPDF 287KB | 1020 | August 2018 |
| Working Holiday Scheme Second Work Visa Application PDF 282KB | 1223 | November 2017 |
| Performing Artists, Entertainers and Entertainment Industry Personnel Work Visa Application PDF 710KB | 1187 | November 2017 |
General work visa guide
| Guide name | Guide number | Date last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Work Visa Guide PDF 295KB | 1016 | May 2018 |
Employment supplementary forms
| Form name | Form number | Date last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Employer Supplementary Form – Work Visa Application PDF 256KB | 1113 | May 2018 |
| Talent (Arts, Culture and Sport) Sponsorship PDF 280KB | 1091 | November 2017 |
| Sponsorship Form for Religious Workers PDF 292KB | 1190 | November 2017 |
Forms and guides for partnership based work visas
| Form name | Form number | Date last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Partnership-Based Temporary Visa Application PDF 297KB | 1198 | November 2017 |
| Form for Partners Supporting Partnership-Based Temporary Entry ApplicationsPDF 279KB | 1146 | November 2017 |
| Partnership-based Temporary Visa Guide PDF 277KB | 1199 | November 2017 |
Nationality specific work visa forms and guides
| Form name | Form number | Date last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Work Visa Application for China Skilled Work Instructions PDF 311KB | 1158 | November 2017 |
| Supplementary Application Form for Chinese Visitors, Students and WorkersPDF 306KB | 1027 | December 2013 |
| Guide to Special China Temporary Class Visas PDF 252KB | 1157 | May 2018 |
| Supplementary Form for Hong Kong and Macau Visitors, Workers and Students PDF 322KB | 1220 | November 2017 |
Recognised Seasonal Employer and Supplementary Seasonal Employment forms and guides
| Form name | Form number | Date last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Request for Approval in Principle to Recruit Foreign Crew of Fishing Vessels PDF 282KB | 1204 | November 2017 |
| Supplementary Form for Foreign Crew of a Fishing Vessel PDF 285KB | 1213 | November 2017 |
| SSE/WHE Work Visa Application PDF 284KB | 1153 | November 2017 |
| Formal Notification of Crew Deserter PDF 240KB | 1212 | November 2017 |
| Application to Work for a Recognised Seasonal Employer PDF 506KB | 1142 | November 2017 |
| Guide to Working for a Recognised Seasonal EmployerPDF 262KB | 1144 | November 2017 |
Forms and guides for employers
| Form name | Form number | Date last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Immigration Guide for Employers | Online content | N/A |
| Employer Accreditation Application | Online form | |
| Request for Approval in Principle to Recruit Overseas Workers PDF 278KB | 1112 | May 2018 |
| Application for Recognised Seasonal Employer Status PDF 1024KB | 1140 | November 2017 |
| Supplementary Seasonal Employment Approval in Principle PDF 290KB | 1167 | November 2017 |
| Application for an ATR under RSE Instructions PDF 1MB | 1141 | November 2016 |
| Guide to Becoming a Recognised Seasonal EmployerPDF 265KB | 1145 | November 2017 |
| Entertainment Industry Accreditation Application PDF 483KB | 1197 | November 2017 |
| Employer Supplementary Form – Work Visa Application PDF 256KB | 1113 | May 2018 |
| Labour Hire Employer Accreditation ApplicationPDF 324KB | 1227 | November 2017 |
Please check the following link for updated version of forms.
Source: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/tools-and-information/forms-and-guides/work