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Under what circumstances, if any, will workers be permitted to transfer between Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) employers under the changes announced to the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) Scheme?

Answered Question 37839 (2026)
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Ricardo Menéndez March

List MP · Green Party

Question

  • Under what circumstances, if any, will workers be permitted to transfer between Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) employers under the changes announced to the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) Scheme?

Answered by

Hon Erica Stanford

Member for East Coast Bays · National Party · Minister of Immigration

Answer

The “Variations of Conditions” changes announced will be implemented in the second half of 2027, with further design work required. Circumstances will be limited to unforeseen situations.