Hi there,
I applied for my partnership-based residency at the start of January. I have only heard from them once, which is fine as it's early days.
My current work visa runs out May 19th this year but I'm heading to the UK on May 4th it will run out while I'm abroad.
I know I need to get a new Work Visa, but do I need to go through all the same 'proving there is no kiwi to do the job' checklist?
I've been working in this job over a year now. Will a work visa application for a job I've been in for a while take as long as trying to get one for a new job?
I just don't want to be left with no visa while I'm in the UK, then I can't get back into NZ. I'm just concerned neither of them will be approved before I leave.
Any advice appreciated