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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.
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.
Straight to Residence Pathway for Engineers
If you hold an engineering degree and a job offer in New Zealand for an engineering role, you are likely to have a pathway to living and working permanently in New Zealand under the Green List (Tier 1) Straight to Residence visa category.
Skilled Migrant Category residence changes…
Obtaining residence is the main motivating factor for migrants to relocate from around the world to New Zealand and the SMC has historically been the main pathway for migrants to obtain New Zealand residence.
Simplified path to residency for skilled workers
The Government is making changes to the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) as part of the immigration rebalance, to help businesses attract workers to fill skill shortages.
How to get a New Zealand work visa?
If you are a migrant looking for a job opportunity to work in New Zealand, then it is likely you will need an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) before you can begin work.
Straight to residence for auditors!
From 29 May 2023, auditor roles have been added to Tier 1 of the Green List meaning applicants with qualifying employment, or employment offers, can now apply directly for New Zealand residence.
Finally - Straight to residence for many health sector migrant workers!
The Government has recently announced the addition of 32 new health sector roles to the Green List aimed at addressing the skills shortage in the health sector.