Looking back at the 2025 immigration year – and what lies ahead for 2026

Looking back at the 2025 immigration year – and what lies ahead for 2026

The 2025 year saw sweeping changes across various visa categories in the middle of a sharp decline in net migration. So, what should businesses expect in 2026?

04 Jan 2026 • Richard Howard
Introducing the new Business Investor Visa – an opportunity for SMEs!

Introducing the new Business Investor Visa – an opportunity for SMEs!

The new Business Investor Visa replaces the long-standing, extremely complex, and unrealistic Entrepreneur visa category.

24 Nov 2025 • Richard Howard
New investor visa to back local businesses

New investor visa to back local businesses

Applications are now open for the Business Investor Visa.

24 Nov 2025 • Hon Erica Stanford, Minister for Immigration
Engineering New Zealand and Pathways® unite to support Engineers on their New Zealand journey

Engineering New Zealand and Pathways® unite to support Engineers on their New Zealand journey

Pathways to New Zealand® is proud to be selected to be a partner of Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau.

03 Nov 2025 • Richard Howard
Pathways® and Engineering New Zealand partner to support migrant engineers

Pathways® and Engineering New Zealand partner to support migrant engineers

Pathways to New Zealand® is delighted to announce a new partnership with Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau.

21 Oct 2025 • Richard Howard
Strengthening Investment Ties - USA Interest in New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus Visa Accelerates

Strengthening Investment Ties - USA Interest in New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus Visa Accelerates

US-based investors show strong interest in investing in New Zealand’s growth sectors.

02 Oct 2025 • Richard Howard
New residence options to bolster workforce

New residence options to bolster workforce

SMC changes announced to help employers attract and retain the skilled workers they need for their businesses to grow.

23 Sep 2025 • Hon Nicola Willis, Minister for Economic Growth; Hon Erica Stanford, Minister for Immigration
Our Changing, and Challenging, Immigration Landscape

Our Changing, and Challenging, Immigration Landscape

NZ’s immigration settings are evolving rapidly, and the implications are both promising and problematic.

03 Sep 2025 • Richard Howard
Straight to Residence Pathway for Engineers

Straight to Residence Pathway for Engineers

If you hold an engineering degree and a job offer in NZ for an engineering role, Straight to Residence visa could be an option.

01 Sep 2025 • John Henderson
New Business Investor Visa to support growth

New Business Investor Visa to support growth

Government introduces The Business Investor Visa, replacing the Entrepreneur Work Visa.

27 Aug 2025 • Hon Erica Stanford, Minister for Immigration
Parent Boost Visitor Visa

Parent Boost Visitor Visa

The PBV allows parents of NZ citizens/residents to stay in NZ for up to 5 years, with a second visa option for 10 years total.

21 Aug 2025 • Richard Howard
New Pathway to NZ Residence for Skilled Trades

New Pathway to NZ Residence for Skilled Trades

If you’re a skilled tradesperson working in NZ, you may now be eligible to apply for Residence!

18 Aug 2025 • Ivy Lou Obillo-Rodriguez