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If a man knows not which port he sails, no wind is favourable.
The expanded meaning behind this pithy quote is simply - Have a vision, form a plan.
Government eases visa restrictions for visitors in New Zealand
Onshore visitor visa holders will be able to stay in New Zealand a little longer as the Government eases restrictions.
Changes to INZ policy around Dairy Cattle Farmer ANZSCO occupations
INZ have announced changes to Immigration Policy when assessing some occupations under the heading - Dairy Cattle Farmers.
Moving to New Zealand permanently? – Import your household effects tax-free
If you have a right to residence in New Zealand, you may be able to import your household effects minus import duty or GST.
Looking ahead to the year to come
It has been a year of constant change and adjustment in the immigration sector, and we look to 2021 with hope and optimism that some stability can be reclaimed.
If time travel is possible, where are the tourists from the future?
It’s a segue taking you back to January 2020 and the burning issue for employers. “Where are the skilled workers?"
Seat belts on – the immigration landscape is changing.
During the last seven months, Immigration policy settings have changed frequently. More changes are on the horizon!
Higher threshold for partnership visas?
The current threshold of living together for 12 months with a New Zealander for a partnership-based residence visa is low in comparison to other countries.
Permanent Resident Visa applications
Immigration New Zealand has resumed processing of Permanent Resident Visa applications.
Median wage to rise in November?
From November 2020, median wage is expected to go up to $27.00ph from the current $25.50ph.
Other Critical Workers
Employers can submit border exemption request to Immigration New Zealand to allow their employees to travel to New Zealand as “other critical workers”.
As if I haven't got enough to think about now this!
William expresses his views on the planned employer-led immigration process which comes into force from mid-2021.