Dealing with False, Misleading or Withheld Information

Dealing with False, Misleading or Withheld Information

In September 2023, INZ changed the way they deal with false, misleading, or withheld information while processing temporary and resident visa applications.

13 Mar 2025 • Charlotte Summers
Obtaining an International Qualification Assessment (IQA)

Obtaining an International Qualification Assessment (IQA)

If you are planning a move to NZ, you may need to have your qualifications assessed by the NZQA.

07 Feb 2025 • Mayank Goel
We have to better plan our immigration settings for the future

We have to better plan our immigration settings for the future

We need immigration policies that are much better at future-proofing New Zealand’s actual skill needs.

04 Nov 2024 • Richard Howard
Open work rights return for partners of high skilled migrants

Open work rights return for partners of high skilled migrants

The Government is making changes to provide open work rights to more partners of migrant workers, allowing them to work for any employer in any position in New Zealand.

23 Oct 2024 • Hon Erica Stanford, Minister of Immigration and Education
Secondary teachers moving to New Zealand fast tracked to residence

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.

03 Apr 2024 • Hon Erica Stanford, Minister of Immigration and Education
Appeals to the Immigration & Protection Tribunal

Appeals to the Immigration & Protection Tribunal

The Immigration & Protection Tribunal (IPT) is responsible for adjudicating appeals related to various immigration matters.

11 Jan 2024 • Charlotte Summers
Comparing Immigration English Tests

Comparing Immigration English Tests

When applicants are required applicants to demonstrate their proficiency in the English language, Immigration New Zealand recognises specific English tests.

09 Oct 2023 • Martin King
Green List Changes - more occupations now have a fast track to residence pathway

Green List Changes - more occupations now have a fast track to residence pathway

In December 2022 the Government made a major change to its list of occupations deemed most in demand, the Immigration Green-List, with a significant expansion of the occupations included.

24 Jan 2023 • Martin King
Major expansion of Green List to help fill labour shortages

Major expansion of Green List to help fill labour shortages

The Government has announced a suite of measures to further support New Zealand businesses through the global labour shortage and attract more high skilled workers long term.

12 Dec 2022 • Hon Michael Wood, Minister of Immigration
The new Immigration Green List – what is it?

The new Immigration Green List – what is it?

The Green List comprises a number of employment roles which are divided into Tier 1 and Tier 2 roles.

14 Sep 2022 • Richard Howard
Residential Care Officer Pathway  to New Zealand

Residential Care Officer Pathway to New Zealand

Becoming a Residential Care Officer is one possible pathway to live and work in New Zealand.

29 Aug 2019 • Ivy Lou Obillo-Rodriguez