The Government has made changes to the accreditation and Job Check process that make it easier for employers and Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) holders during a business sale or restructure.

From 6 November 2024, if an AEWV holder remains in the same role and location, but their employer changes due to a business sale or restructure, then the AEWV holder must still apply for a Job Change (also known as a variation of conditions).

They will be asked to provide information about their circumstances, such as a letter from their new employer explaining the sale or structure change.

If the new employer holds, or has applied for, accreditation when we receive the Job Change application, we will be able to approve the Job Change before deciding the employer’s accreditation application.

The new employer will not need to apply for a Job Check unless the AEWV holder’s role or work location will change.

Any AEWV holders who transfer to a new employer after a sale or restructure will be counted in the employer’s quota of five AEWV employees under standard accreditation. Employers who will exceed this should apply for high-volume accreditation before the workers apply for their Job Change.