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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.
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.
6 Feb 2024
Comparing Immigration English Tests
When applicants are required applicants to demonstrate their proficiency in the English language, Immigration New Zealand recognises specific English tests.
9 Oct 2023
What are the differences between New Zealand citizenship and New Zealand residence?
We are often asked this question by our New Zealand resident clients.
15 Sep 2023
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.
14 Feb 2023
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
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
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.
26 Oct 2021
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.
26 Mar 2021
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.
28 Jan 2021
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
