Prestige Legal Group will streamline your accreditation journey—from application preparation through to renewal. Contact us today for tailored support.
Accreditation also covers hire under the Skilled Migrant Category, Work to Residence, Transport and Care Workforce pathways, and the Straight to Residence visa.
Standard Accreditation
For businesses recruiting up to 5 migrants.
High-Volume Accreditation
For employers intending to hire 6 or more migrants.
Triangular Accreditation
For organisations placing migrants with third-party hosts (no limit on numbers).
Your business must hold a valid NZBN, IR number and BIC code, and meet Immigration New Zealand’s accreditation criteria.
Our experienced immigration specialists can make all the difference, talk to us about your matter with ease and let us assist you in navigating to a successful outcome.
Prepare your application
Confirm accreditation rules and fees
Gather: NZ Business Number (NZBN), IRD number, Business Industry Classification (BIC) code
Submit online
Apply via the Immigration New Zealand portal
Your declaration is checked automatically against public and MBIE data
Be prepared to supply any additional information if requested
Review outcome
Approved:
Advertise roles (and engage MSD Work & Income if required)
Lodge Job Checks for each position
Invite migrants to apply for their visas once roles are approved
Declined:
Request reconsideration or reapply
Maintain or change accreditation
Renew before expiry to retain hiring rights
Upgrade accreditation type if recruiting under new visa streams
Whether you’re growing your team or uniting your family, we offer:
We don’t just process visas—we build strategic partnerships that deliver real results.
Prestige Legal Group will streamline your accreditation journey—from application preparation through to renewal. Contact us today for tailored support.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work, their ongoing connection to this land and we pay our respects to their culture and their Elders past, present and emerging.