INZ Update — Job Check Applications (go-live 29 September 2025)

September 2, 2025

What’s changing

From Monday, 29 September 2025, INZ will release a redesigned online Job Check form and refreshed immigration requirements. The new experience is clearer, more intuitive, and reduces back-and-forth.

Why is INZ changing it

The redesign is based on feedback from employers, licensed advisers, regular users, and INZ staff. Their input shaped a more practical, user-friendly process.

Key improvements

• Clearer guidance throughout the form so users know exactly what to include.
• Built-in completeness checks to prevent missing information at submission.
• Streamlined sections aligned to updated immigration settings.

These changes are intended to reduce processing delays and support faster decisions where requirements are met.

Applicants must submit everything INZ needs — upfront

The updated form asks for some information earlier in the process. Please include:

• Why the role is needed (business rationale/workload drivers).
• Business size (e.g., headcount; for large organisations an approximation is acceptable).
• How many New Zealanders are currently employed?

Providing this context upfront helps ensure applications are complete, minimises follow-ups, and gives processing staff a clear understanding of the business and the role—leading to more efficient, informed assessments.

Tip for smoother lodgements

Have ready: a short business case, org chart, headcount/payroll summary, and any pipeline or operational evidence supporting the role.