Beyond the Campaign Trail: Immigration Policy Needs Stability, Not Electioneering

Beyond the Campaign Trail: Immigration Policy Needs Stability, Not Electioneering

As the election campaign gathers momentum, we are seeing no shortage of immigration announcements, policy proposals and headline-grabbing ideas from across the political spectrum.

16 Sep 2026 • Richard Howard
Three Years That Reshaped New Zealand Immigration

Three Years That Reshaped New Zealand Immigration

As New Zealand heads towards the General Election, our latest Waikato Business News article reviews the Government's immigration report card and considers what comes next.

10 Sep 2026 • Richard Howard
Experience Matters When Immigration Matters Become Complex

Experience Matters When Immigration Matters Become Complex

At Pathways®, our senior advisers have helped hundreds of people through some of the most difficult immigration situations imaginable.

09 Sep 2026 • Richard Howard
How New Zealand’s New Skilled Migrant Residence Pathways Will Benefit Employers and Workers

How New Zealand’s New Skilled Migrant Residence Pathways Will Benefit Employers and Workers

When your future in New Zealand depends on a clear residence pathway, understanding the upcoming immigration changes matters. Our latest article explains the significant changes coming to the Skilled Migrant Category from 24 August 2026, including new residence pathways for experienced workers, tradespeople, technicians, and international student graduates.

06 Aug 2026 • Richard Howard
Skilled Migrant Policy Changes - What Migrants and Employers Need to Know

Skilled Migrant Policy Changes - What Migrants and Employers Need to Know

The Skilled Migrant Category (SMC), New Zealand’s main job-based residence policy, will undergo major transformation from 24 August 2026. These changes are good news for many migrant workers who will now have new and expanded residence pathways – but care is required!

04 Aug 2026 • Pathways Team
The Immigration Advice Industry in New Zealand: What You Need to Know

The Immigration Advice Industry in New Zealand: What You Need to Know

Not all immigration advice is equal.

When your future, family, career, or investment plans depend on a visa outcome, choosing the right adviser matters. Our latest article explains what migrants should look for when selecting an immigration professional, and why experience counts.

07 Jul 2026 • Richard Howard
Good News for Active Investor Plus (AIP) Growth Category Investors and New Zealand Businesses

Good News for Active Investor Plus (AIP) Growth Category Investors and New Zealand Businesses

Greater transparency for Active Investor Plus investors could help unlock more capital, expertise, and international networks for New Zealand businesses.

02 Jul 2026 • Richard Howard
Migration Isn’t the Problem – But Our Lack of Strategy Is

Migration Isn’t the Problem – But Our Lack of Strategy Is

New Zealand’s migration story is shifting. Growth is now driven more by temporary migrants while we continue to see strong outflows of New Zealanders.

03 Jun 2026 • Richard Howard
The Business Investor Visa: A New Succession Planning Tool for New Zealand SMEs

The Business Investor Visa: A New Succession Planning Tool for New Zealand SMEs

The new BIV is more than an immigration policy change, it is a practical succession planning tool for the SME sector.

04 May 2026 • Richard Howard
What to Look for in choosing a New Zealand Licensed Immigration Adviser

What to Look for in choosing a New Zealand Licensed Immigration Adviser

Choosing from the 1300+ licenced immigration advisers, and hundreds of immigration lawyers, is a confronting challenge. So what are the key considerations?

01 May 2026 • Richard Howard
The Active Investor Plus Visa: One Year On

The Active Investor Plus Visa: One Year On

Delivering Real Capital, Capability, and a Platform for the Future

10 Apr 2026 • Richard Howard
Employers need to plan ahead for new residence visa pathways

Employers need to plan ahead for new residence visa pathways

New residence pathways from August 2026 place greater emphasis on work experience, requiring employers to plan residence pathways earlier and more carefully.

02 Apr 2026 • Richard Howard