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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.
Employers be aware – immigration policy changes will impact you!
The Government has recently introduced a number of policy changes which are going to impact all accredited employers.
The impact on the Racing Industry of the new work visa policy changes – effective 7 April 2024
The new policy changes have the potential to significantly impact the racing industry in respect to the ability of migrant workers to take up Track Work Rider and Stable Hand roles.
Government introduces significant immigration policy changes – effective 7 April 2024
The Government has introduced a number of changes as a consequence of concerns over unsustainable immigration levels, and the high proportion of low skilled workers coming to NZ under the AEWV.
Government responds to unsustainable net migration
Immediate changes have been announced to the Accredited Employer Worker Visa (AEWV) scheme.
Secondary teachers moving to New Zealand fast tracked to residence
Secondary teachers moving to New Zealand will be put on a fast track to residency to help address workforce shortages.
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!
The immigration challenges with labour hire companies
The news of the ELE Group receivership and the subsequent plight of the many migrant workers has prompted a call for a government review of the practices of labour hire companies.
Appeals to the Immigration & Protection Tribunal
The Immigration & Protection Tribunal (IPT) is responsible for adjudicating appeals related to various immigration matters.
End of year immigration update for employers
The immigration landscape has undergone several impactful changes in 2023, particularly in the last few months. And then, of course, has been the change of Government!
Migrant exploitation – a blight and cost on all New Zealand
New Zealand has historically had a reputation as being relatively free of corruption, but this reputation is at serious risk with the current high incidence of migrant exploitation now rife in the country.