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Green List changes coming from March 2027

Green List changes coming from March 2027

Ivy Lou Obillo-Rodriguez, Anthony Callaghan, Sally Forbes, & Ramandeep Kaur9 Nov 2026

The Green List is changing from 8 March 2027, with a number of occupations moving to different residence pathways under the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC).For people already working towards residence, there is also an important transitional rule that may allow them to continue towards the current Work to Residence pathway.17 occupations leaving Work to ResidenceFrom 8 March 2027, 17 occupations ...

Our Changing, and Challenging, Immigration Landscape

Our Changing, and Challenging, Immigration Landscape

NZ’s immigration settings are evolving rapidly, and the implications are both promising and problematic.

Richard Howard3 Sep 2025

Straight to Residence Pathway for Engineers

Straight to Residence Pathway for Engineers

If you hold an engineering degree and a job offer in NZ for an engineering role, Straight to Residence visa could be an option.

John Henderson1 Sep 2025

Parent Boost Visitor Visa

Parent Boost Visitor Visa

The PBV allows parents of NZ citizens/residents to stay in NZ for up to 5 years, with a second visa option for 10 years total.

Richard Howard21 Aug 2025

Trades People Standing in a Line

New Pathway to NZ Residence for Skilled Trades

If you’re a skilled tradesperson working in NZ, you may now be eligible to apply for Residence!

Ivy Lou Obillo-Rodriguez18 Aug 2025

Two New Seasonal Visa Options Announced by Immigration New Zealand

Two New Seasonal Visa Options Announced by Immigration New Zealand

The two new visa pathways are intended to help accredited employers meet workforce demands during seasonal peaks.

Ivy Lou Obillo-Rodriguez15 Aug 2025

Wellington Parliament in New Zealand

Two New Seasonal Work Visas to Grow Economy

The Government is introducing 2 new visa options under the Accredited Employer Work Visa framework: Global Workforce Seasonal Visa and Peak Seasonal Visa.

Hon Erica Stanford, Minister for Immigration10 Aug 2025

New Zealand Golden Visa Shines Brightly

New Zealand Golden Visa Shines Brightly

The "Golden Visa" has already attracted a potential investment of NZ$1.43 billion, a significant injection of capital into the NZ economy.

Richard Howard5 Aug 2025

Making NZ top destination for international students

Making NZ top destination for international students

The Government’s going for growth in international education, releasing its plan to double the sector’s economic contribution.

Hon Erica Stanford, Minister for Immigration14 Jul 2025

The importance of immigration to New Zealand

The importance of immigration to New Zealand

Positive net migration remains very important for New Zealand’s future well-being.

Richard Howard10 Jul 2025

New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus Residence Visa Starts Strongly

New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus Residence Visa Starts Strongly

The new AIP has been off to a flying start, attracting global attention.

Richard Howard9 Jul 2025

Flood of interest to invest in New Zealand

Flood of interest to invest in New Zealand

The Government is attracting new migrants to bring their capital, experience and skills to NZ with a flood of formal interest in the new 'golden’ visa.

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

Welcoming more visitors from China

Welcoming more visitors from China

The Government is boosting NZ’s attractiveness as a destination for Chinese tourists.

Hon Erica Stanford, Minister for Immigration; Hon Louise Upston, Minister for Tourism and Hospitality15 Jun 2025

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