{"id":35875,"date":"2024-02-23T09:35:26","date_gmt":"2024-02-23T04:05:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelobiz.com\/?p=35875"},"modified":"2024-02-23T09:35:27","modified_gmt":"2024-02-23T04:05:27","slug":"mepv-visa-new-zealand-to-end-financial-support-for-exploited-workers-from-march-18","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelobiz.com\/mepv-visa-new-zealand-to-end-financial-support-for-exploited-workers-from-march-18\/","title":{"rendered":"MEPV Visa: New Zealand to End Financial Support for Exploited Workers From March 18"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The temporary financial support provided by the New Zealand Government-funded Migrant Exploitation Protection Visa (MEPV) Short-term Support Package is approaching its end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scheduled to conclude on March 18, 2024<\/strong>, this initiative aimed to assist exploited migrant workers. Once the program ends, no further financial support will be available from Immigration New Zealand (INZ) or the third-party provider (NFACT).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article explains what this means for MEPV holders and provides resources for exploring different visa options or securing employment before the support ends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Migrant Exploitation Protection Visa (MEPV)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Migrant Exploitation Protection Visa (MEPV)<\/a> is a specialized visa available to individuals who report instances of migrant exploitation while holding an employer-supported work visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Administered through Employment New Zealand, this visa allows holders to search for alternative employment for six months or until the expiration of their current work visa, whichever comes first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does This Mean for MEPV Holders?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While financial support will cease, MEPV holders’ visas to remain valid. They can continue working anywhere in New Zealand for any employer until their visa expires. However, it’s crucial to understand the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n