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Starting a new job is always exciting, but if you are holding an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV), changing employers or roles is not as straightforward as simply signing a new contract and showing up to work. <\/span><\/p>\n You might be wondering if you can start working straight away, or if you need to do something with your visa first. 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Serious consequences can follow including, refusal of future temporary visa applications on \u201cbona fide\u201d grounds, deportation liability under section 157(5)(b) of the Immigration Act 2009, and disruptions to your employment and pathway to residence.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Our Process Area” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|auto|16px|auto||” custom_padding=”0px|0px|4px|0px||” border_color_all=”rgba(51,51,51,0.12)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title” _builder_version=”4.20.0″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Roboto Slab||||||||” header_3_line_height=”2em” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” animation_style=”fold” animation_direction=”left” animation_intensity_fold=”5%” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.0″ text_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n If you wish to change your job, you can apply for a Job Change, provided that your new employer is accredited with INZ and has a valid Job Check approval for the role.<\/p>\n To apply, you will need:<\/p>\n If you are still working out your notice period in your current role, you can explain this in a covering letter with your application so that your new visa conditions align with your intended start date.<\/p>\n Keep in mind that a Job Change does not extend your AEWV, as the visa expiry date remains the same.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Our Process Area” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px|0px|4px|0px||” border_color_all=”rgba(51,51,51,0.12)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title” _builder_version=”4.20.0″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Roboto Slab||||||||” header_3_line_height=”2em” min_height=”52px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” animation_style=”fold” animation_direction=”left” animation_intensity_fold=”5%” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.0″ text_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n In some cases, applying for a new visa (whether AEWV or another type) may be a better option. For example:<\/p>\n Each option has its pros and cons. The best choice depends on your personal circumstances, timelines and long-term plans in New Zealand. Always ensure you maintain lawful status and your ability to work while waiting for the outcome of any new application. 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By taking the right steps before starting a new role, you can protect your status, avoid unnecessary risks and keep your immigration journey on track. Whether through a Job Change or a new AEWV, following the correct process is essential to safeguarding your visa and your future in New Zealand.<\/p>\n Please note that the above is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. 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