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Processing priority of visa applications
On 17 April 2020, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) announced that, as of 16 April 2020, they will be prioritising visa applications in a certain order. Our team of immigration...
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Immigration April Newsletter
In this edition: Immigration New Zealand start processing some standard visa applications A small...
Immigration New Zealand start processing some standard visa applications
On 17 April 2020 Immigration New Zealand (INZ) announced that they are now able...
The new normal – New Zealand immigration law during and after COVID-19
Webinar “The new normal – New Zealand immigration law during and after COVID-19” Friday...
Frequently asked questions – for employees
COVID-19 – frequently asked questions (FAQs) for employees The COVID-19 pandemic continues to have...
Frequently asked questions – for employers of migrant workers
Q: We have an employee on an interim visa, are we able to claim...
Relaxation of visa conditions for all workers delivering essential services
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has made the long-awaited announcement on temporary visa variations to...
COVID-19: Immigration considerations for healthcare workers
As the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to grow, the immigration related uncertainties...
Main COVID-19 policy announcements as at 1.30pm, 9 April 2020
Many of you will be aware that there have been numerous policy changes/announcements since...
COVID-19 and migrant worker employees – FAQs for employers
Q: We have an employee on an Interim Visa, are we able to claim...
Immigration March Newsletter
In this edition: Upcoming challenges for work visa holders in New Zealand: act now!...
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...
Epidemic management notice issued – immigration ramifications and visa processing
For the first time the New Zealand Government has issued an Epidemic Management Notice...
Lane Neave remains available to you
As the whole country prepares to respond to the Government’s call to elevate our...
COVID-19 border closure – the fine print
At 11.59 pm on Thursday 19 March 2020 New Zealand, for the very first...
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...