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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.
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced very significant increases to most visa application fees, which will take effect from October 1, 2024.
The Government has introduced a number of changes as a consequence of concerns over unsustainable immigration levels, and the high proportion of low skilled workers coming to NZ under the AEWV.
When applicants are required applicants to demonstrate their proficiency in the English language, Immigration New Zealand recognises specific English tests.
First Parent Category ballot selection 8 August 2023 – a 1 in 25 chance of being selected!
A person may apply for a work, visitor or resident visa based on their partnership relationship with their New Zealand citizen, or resident, partner and the relationship can satisfy the various policy requirements.
The situation with parents of New Zealand citizens or residents who become unlawful is particularly difficult due to their age, possible health factors, the significant family and emotional attachment, and the fact that they may have no, or little, family support if they have to return home.
For many people, their personal circumstances can make navigating the requirements of any given visa category a difficult undertaking. The team at Pathways™ has experience in a broad range of complex immigration matters and are able to assist you with your immigration journey.
The recent re-opening of the Skilled Migrant and Parent residence categories largely constitutes the completion of the Government’s plans to “re-balance” New Zealand’s immigration policies.
The Minister of Immigration the Hon Michael Wood has announced the reopening of the Parent Category which has effectively been closed for the past 6 years.
Although offshore temporary visa applications are largely suspended, Parent Residence Retirement applications can still be lodged and be processed by the Immigration New Zealand.
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