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Keep up to date with the latest immigration news, policy changes, and helpful insights to support your journey to New Zealand.

Changing or ending employment on an Accredited Employer Work Visa?

Changing or ending employment on an Accredited Employer Work Visa?

If you are an Accredited Employer Work Visa holder changing jobs or if your employment ends, you may be eligible to just apply for a Variation of Conditions.

Ramandeep Kaur30 Jan 2026

New Zealand Passport Standing on Table

What You Need to Know Before You Apply for New Zealand Citizenship

If you are considering applying for NZ citizenship, this article will be helpful to clarify the reasons for applying, eligibility requirements, and the application process.

Ramandeep Kaur / John Henderson8 Jan 2026

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?

Richard Howard4 Jan 2026

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.

Richard Howard24 Nov 2025

New investor visa to back local businesses

New investor visa to back local businesses

Applications are now open for the Business Investor Visa.

Hon Erica Stanford, Minister for Immigration24 Nov 2025

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.

Richard Howard3 Nov 2025

Tourism boost with visa-free travel for Chinese visitors via Australia

Tourism boost with visa-free travel for Chinese visitors via Australia

Chinese visitors can now travel visa-free from Australia to New Zealand.

Hon Erica Stanford, Minister for Immigration; Hon Louise Upston, Minister for Tourism and Hospitality3 Nov 2025

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.

Richard Howard21 Oct 2025

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.

Richard Howard2 Oct 2025

Additional Requirements for Filipinos travelling from the Philippines to New Zealand

Additional Requirements for Filipinos travelling from the Philippines to New Zealand

Filipino workers coming to work in New Zealand directly from the Philippines must obtain an Overseas Employment Certificate.

Ivy Obillo-Rodriguez29 Sep 2025

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.

Hon Nicola Willis, Minister for Economic Growth; Hon Erica Stanford, Minister for Immigration23 Sep 2025

Are You Overstaying or Facing Deportation?

Are You Overstaying or Facing Deportation?

If you or someone you know is in this situation, Pathways® can help.

Charlotte Summers4 Sep 2025

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