Immigration

COVID-19 border closure – the fine print
At 11.59 pm on Thursday 19 March 2020 New Zealand, for the very first time, introduced a blanket border closure for all waiver and existing temporary visa holders, and...
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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...
Immigration February Newsletter
In this edition: Coronavirus update: an evolving situation Maintaining well-being whilst moving countries Investment...
Expect substantial delays to work visa applications
The Associate Deputy Chief Executive of Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has released a statement...
Travel ban update & change of priority processing on residence applications
Following our recent article Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has reviewed its travel ban in...
New Family (Parent) Category – effective 24 February 2020
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has now finally announced the full policy details surrounding the...
Potential impact of Coronavirus on employers and employees
As the number of confirmed cases rise, the outbreak of Novel Coronavirus (Coronavirus) from...
Immigration January Newsletter
In this edition: Remuneration threshold changes Introducing expat resettlement expert, Bridget Romanes 2020 investment...
Remuneration threshold changes
With February fast approaching, it is important to pay regard to Immigration New Zealand’s...
Consultation on migrant exploitation
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) welcomed feedback and proposals for the...
Immigration December Newsletter
In this edition: Consultation on migrant exploitation New capital requirements on banks and the...
Immigration November Newsletter
In this edition: The latest on culturally arranged marriage visas Listed utilities sector in...
New ANZSCO occupations allowing grant of residency and three-year work visas
Statistics New Zealand and the Australian Bureau of Statistics have completed a refresh of...
Immigration October Newsletter
In this edition: Parent Resident Visa Category will open again in February 2020 New...
New Parent Residence Category to open in February 2020
The Minister of Immigration has finally announced that the Parent Resident Visa Category will...
Seminar: Dealing with the recent and upcoming major changes to NZ immigration policy
The goal posts are about to shift – are you prepared? Immigration New Zealand...
Immigration September Newsletter
In this edition: Problems with work visas for employees of non-accredited Labour Hire companies...
Employer supported work visa changes announced
Today the Minister of Immigration (Minister) has released further details on the long-anticipated changes...
Free immigration status review
Have you recently received immigration assistance from an unlicensed immigration adviser?  Are you represented...
Delays in visa processing timeframes impact employers and employees
If you employ migrant workers and they are looking to apply for visas you...