Many of you will be aware that there have been numerous policy changes/announcements since the country has gone into lockdown, so many of course it is hard to keep up with the various changes. We thought it would therefore be …
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COVID-19 and migrant worker employees – FAQs for employers
Q: We have an employee on an interim visa, are we able to claim the Government wage subsidy for them?
You can claim the wage subsidy for employees who are legally employed by you. This means that for holders of …
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immigration march newsletter
March 2020
During and post lockdown: top tips for employers of migrant workers
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic will have massive implications for employers of migrant workers in New Zealand.
Very soon it is going to become much harder for employers to secure work visas to enable them to recruit and retain …
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Epidemic management notice issued – immigration ramifications and visa processing
For the first time the New Zealand Government has issued an Epidemic Management Notice under the Epidemic Preparedness Act 2006.
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Lane Neave remains available to you
As the whole country prepares to respond to the Government’s call to elevate our response to the Covid-19 crisis, it is important to the Partners of Lane Neave that you know we remain available to help and support you.
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COVID-19 border closure – the fine print
At 11.59pm on Thursday 19 March 2020 New Zealand, for the very first time, introduced a blanket boarder closure for all waiver and existing temporary visa holders, and some resident visa holders currently offshore.
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Tips to get the most out of your job hunting visit to NZ
Be prepared Be prepared Be prepared
Ok, we’re being a bit cheeky, but the point here is that in order to get the most out of your job hunting visit to New Zealand, the most important thing you can do …
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immigration february newsletter
In this edition:
Coronavirus update: An evolving situation Maintaining well-being whilst moving countries Investment in New Zealand companies New Zealand’s salary ups and downs – what it might mean Full employment reigns Coronavirus update: An evolving situationOn 2 March …
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expect substantial delays to work visa applications
The Associate Deputy Chief Executive of Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has released a statement advising there will be substantial delays with work visa applications due to a reallocation of internal staff.
As many readers will be aware (based our recent …
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