Please be aware – there appear to be multiple scam sources posing as Tradestaff, advertising roles that do not exist.
If you are looking for work and want to apply with Tradestaff, please do so through www.tradestaff.co.nz or get in touch with your local team on freephone 0508 404 040 if you're unsure about the source.
The Green List is part of New Zealand's immigration policy designed to attract highly skilled workers into key industries. The Work to Residence (WTR) pathway allows eligible candidates to apply for residence after 24 months of employment in a qualifying role with an accredited employer.
This helps address skill shortages across infrastructure, construction, and essential services while giving migrants a long-term future in New Zealand.
The following trades will be added to the Green List Work to Residence pathway:
Fibrous Plasterer
Metal Fabricator
Motor Mechanic (General)
Road Roller Operator
Roof Plumber (including Roofers)
Scaffolder
Solid Plasterer
Stonemason
Vehicle Painter
Wall and Floor Tiler
From 18 August 2025, if you're working in one of these roles in New Zealand for 24 months for an accredited employer—and meet all other criteria—you can apply for residence.
In addition to the new roles, Immigration New Zealand is updating the wage thresholds for the following residency categories:
Skilled Migrant Category (SMC)
Green List – Work to Residence
Green List – Straight to Residence
From 18 August 2025, applicants must earn at least $33.56/hour, in line with the updated median wage from Statistics New Zealand (June 2024).
⚠️ Important: This change does not apply to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV), which is still based on the market rate for each occupation.
Wage is just one part of the application, you’ll also need to meet additional criteria such as work health, character and English language
At Tradestaff Immigration, we’re committed to helping you navigate your pathway to residence. Our in-house Licensed Immigration Advisers offer expert guidance tailored to your situation.
We can help you with:
Understanding Green List eligibility
Navigating the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) process
Residence pathways including wage updates and compliance
Advice on shifting from AEWV to WTR or SMC
Don’t leave your future to chance. Get personalised advice from our licensed immigration team and start building your future in New Zealand with confidence.
👉 Visit us today: www.tradestaff.co.nz/immigration
📩 Or speak to one of our team directly to book a consultation https://calendly.com/paid-initial-consultation-bookings
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