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e. If the parties cannot reach an agreement, INZ will refer the application to the Minister of
Immigration for a decision.
Note: In the case of film production, INZ may also seek advice from the New Zealand Film
Commission or any other appropriate industry or government organisation.
WS6.15 Entertainment industry accreditation
Effective 30/04/2012
Accredited entertainment industry companies may offer employment to workers who are not
New Zealand citizens or residence class visa holders without the need to seek agreement of
the relevant New Zealand entertainment union, guild or professional association.
Note: Employment, as defined under s4 of the Immigration Act 2009, includes engagement of
an independent contractor under a contract for services.
Note: Companies who hold employer accreditation under the Talent (Accredited Employer)
Work Instructions will be considered to hold accreditation under these instructions.
WS6.15.1 Requirements for accreditation
a. Accreditation will be granted where Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is satisfied that an
employer or contractor:
i is in a sound financial position; and
ii has a sound industry track record; and
iii has demonstrable knowledge of the New Zealand industry sector in which they
operate; and
iv has a demonstrable commitment to training and engaging New Zealand citizens or
residence class visa holders; and
v has good workplace practices, including a history of compliance with all immigration
and employment laws such as the Immigration Act 2009, the Accident Compensation
Act 1992, the Minimum Wage Act 1982, the Health and Safety in Employment Act
1992, the Employment Relations Act 2000 and the Holidays Act 2000.
b. In determining whether employers may be accredited, INZ will assess applications taking
into account such factors as:
i the period for which the employing organisation has been established as a going
concern; and
ii whether the employer has engaged with the relevant industry union, guild, or
professional organisation.
Note: In the case of ‘Single Purpose Vehicle’ production companies applying for
accreditation, the length of the involvement of the parent company in New Zealand will be
taken into consideration.
c. Applicants must consent to INZ seeking information from the Employment Relations
Service, the Health and Safety Services and the Accident Compensation Corporation
concerning the applicant's compliance with New Zealand employment laws. Where such
consent is not given an application for accreditation will be declined.
d. INZ will decline an application for accreditation where it considers accreditation would
create unacceptable risks to the integrity of New Zealand's immigration or employment
laws or policies.