INZ raised the AEWV median-wage threshold from NZD 29.66/hour to NZD 31.61/hour (approximately NZD 65,750/year full-time) from 27 February 2025. The median-wage basis is updated periodically as Statistics NZ wage data is refreshed. Materially changes the minimum salary required for most AEWV roles.
All new AEWV applications and renewals from 27 February 2025.
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