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Deportation Liability for New Zealand Residents
Many new NZ residents are unaware that if they are convicted of an offence, they could become liable for deportation under the Immigration Act 2009.
What is the difference between Resident Visa and Permanent Resident Visa?
While both visas allow the holder to live, work and study in New Zealand indefinitely, resident visa holders need to meet the travel conditions.
Appeals to the Immigration & Protection Tribunal
The Immigration & Protection Tribunal (IPT) is responsible for adjudicating appeals related to various immigration matters.
Comparing Immigration English Tests
When applicants are required applicants to demonstrate their proficiency in the English language, Immigration New Zealand recognises specific English tests.
What are the differences between New Zealand citizenship and New Zealand residence?
We are often asked this question by our New Zealand resident clients.
A Migrant’s Guide to buying a home in New Zealand
There are regulations around overseas people buying property in New Zealand that one should be aware of before starting out on a home-buying journey.
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.
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.
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.
The Parent Retirement Residence category is still open!
Although offshore temporary visa applications are largely suspended, Parent Residence Retirement applications can still be lodged and be processed by the Immigration New Zealand.
INZ Doesn’t Always Get It Right...
Decisions of the Immigration and Protection Tribunal (IPT) show that over 35% all immigration appeals in the last reporting year were allowed.
Moving to New Zealand permanently? – Import your household effects tax-free
If you have a right to residence in New Zealand, you may be able to import your household effects minus import duty or GST.