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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 to Look for in choosing a New Zealand Licensed Immigration Adviser
Choosing from the 1300+ licenced immigration advisers, and hundreds of immigration lawyers, is a confronting challenge. So what are the key considerations?
1 May 2026

Looking back at the 2025 immigration year – and what lies ahead for 2026
The 2025 year saw sweeping changes across various visa categories in the middle of a sharp decline in net migration. So, what should businesses expect in 2026?
4 Jan 2026

Additional Requirements for Filipinos travelling from the Philippines to New Zealand
Filipino workers coming to work in New Zealand directly from the Philippines must obtain an Overseas Employment Certificate.
29 Sep 2025

Our Changing, and Challenging, Immigration Landscape
NZ’s immigration settings are evolving rapidly, and the implications are both promising and problematic.
3 Sep 2025

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.
14 Jul 2025

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

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


