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New Zealand Immigration – at the cross roads
New Zealand's immigration cycles create challenges for long-term planning in health, education, and infrastructure. With a declining net migration and an aging population, the country needs stable, long-term migration policies to address future workforce and demographic needs.
Visa charges to increase from 1 October
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced very significant increases to most visa application fees, which will take effect from October 1, 2024.
Updated List of Qualifications Exempt from Assessment
An updated LQEA is used for qualifications assessments under some employment-based residence and work visa applications.
Pathway to NZ Residence for Halal Slaughterers
If you are currently working as a halal slaughterer in New Zealand, you now have a pathway to New Zealand residence!
Deportation Liability for New Zealand Residents
Many new NZ residents are unaware that if they are convicted of an offence, they could become liable for deportation under the Immigration Act 2009.
What is the difference between Resident Visa and Permanent Resident Visa?
While both visas allow the holder to live, work and study in New Zealand indefinitely, resident visa holders need to meet the travel conditions.
Appeals to the Immigration & Protection Tribunal
The Immigration & Protection Tribunal (IPT) is responsible for adjudicating appeals related to various immigration matters.
Permanent Resident Visa update from INZ
INZ has announced that Permanent Resident Visa (PRV) applications will be able to be made online from the end of January 2024.
Comparing Immigration English Tests
When applicants are required applicants to demonstrate their proficiency in the English language, Immigration New Zealand recognises specific English tests.
Care Workforce Visa Pathways
If you are working, or planning to work, in a care workforce role in New Zealand then it is important you understand everything there is to know about your and your family’s visa options.
What are the differences between New Zealand citizenship and New Zealand residence?
We are often asked this question by our New Zealand resident clients.
Immigration median wage rises - yet again!
Effective February 2024, Immigration New Zealand is set to increase the median pay rate to $31.61 per hour.