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Find out how Remote can guide you through the complexities of managing cross-border hiring, payroll, taxes, and compliance.

Employing in New Zealand

Remote makes it easy for companies of all sizes to employ workers in New Zealand using our employer of record solution. We can help employ your Kiwi team using our local New Zealand-based entity. We can handle your payroll, benefits, taxes, and local legal compliance. So you can focus on more important strategic work.

Minimum Wage

Effective April 1, 2025, New Zealand's minimum wage is set at $23.50 per hour. Starting-out and training minimum wage will go up from $18.52 to $18.80 per hour. All rates are before tax and any lawful deductions, for example, PAYE tax, student loan repayment, child support.

Payroll Cycle

For customers of Remote, all employee payments will be made in equal monthly instalments on or before the last working day of each calendar month, payable in arrears.

Onboarding Time

We can help you get a new employee started in New Zealand fast. The minimum onboarding time we need is only 4 working days.

Our team ensures your employees are onboarded and paid as quickly as possible while keeping your business compliant with all local employment legislation. The minimum onboarding time begins after the employee submits all required information onto the Remote platform. The onboarding timeline is also dependent upon registration with local authorities.

For all non-nationals of the country of employment, the Right to Work assessment (if applicable) will add three extra days to the total time to onboard. There may be extra time required if we need to follow-up on the right to work assessment.

Please note, payroll cut-off dates can impact the actual first day of employment. Remote has a payroll cut-off date of the 10th of the month unless otherwise specified.

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Competitive benefits package in New Zealand

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Health Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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Mental health support
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Pension or 401(K)
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Life and Disability Insurance

Facts & Stats

New Zealand is an island nation in the South Pacific. Aotearoa is the traditional Māori name of New Zealand, predominantly made up of two main islands, the North Island and the South Island (as well as other smaller islands). The North Island is home to two-thirds of the 4.9 million residents.

New Zealand has a very strong economy, consistently ranking highly on quality of life measures, making it an attractive place to do business. The land of the long white cloud is home to skilled workers across a diverse range of industries. Agriculture is its largest sector, with dairy farming at the top. The manufacturing, service, construction, and tourism industries are also growing.

The country is known for its beautiful landscapes. Because New Zealand is geographically separated from others, the country offers flora and fauna visitors can’t find anywhere else. This unique natural beauty, combined with New Zealand’s high quality of life is becoming an attractive draw for digital nomads and remote workers looking for an English-speaking relocation option.

Capital City
Wellington
Currency
New Zealand dollar
Languages
English, Māori
Population size
5,122,840
Ease of doing business
Very easy
Payroll frequency
Bi-Monthly/Monthly
VAT - standard rate
15%

Grow your team in New Zealand with Remote

Want to employ workers in New Zealand? Companies hiring in New Zealand are typically required to either own a local legal entity or work with a global employment platform like Remote that can legally provide employment services in the country.

Remote can employ team members in New Zealand and keep you compliant. Remote can hire, onboard, and pay your New Zealand team so you don't have to set up local HR services in the region. Remote also makes it easy to pay contractors in New Zealand. Sign up now to get started or talk to an expert for more details.

Risks of misclassification

New Zealand, like many other countries, treats self-employed individuals or contractors and full-time employees differently. Misclassification of contractors in New Zealand may lead to fines and penalties for the offending company.

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Transparent Pricing in New Zealand

Payroll

39

per employee/month
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  • Powerful, transparent international payroll
  • Simple self-service platform
  • Personalised support from dedicated specialists
  • Adhere to local payroll regulations in every country
  • Integrated payroll, expense management, and HRIS solution
Contractor Management

39

per contractor/month
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  • Only pay for contractors you actively work with
  • Work with international contractors
  • Create, edit, and sign tailored, localised contracts
  • Approve contractor invoices with one click or auto-pay
  • Transparent payments with complete visibility
Employer of Record

945 809

per employee/month
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  • Hire without opening a local entity
  • Guided onboarding
  • Local payroll paid on time, every time
  • Built-in security and compliance
  • Flexible, localised benefits
  • Offer equity incentives with tax assistance
  • Dedicated experts for local support
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