There are new rules:-

The regulation of the immigration advice industry, intended to help migrants, creates new risks for employers and HR personnel.

It is an offence to give immigration advice unless licensed. The definition of immigration advice is so tight that giving what you used to think was "common sense advice", can now be a breach of the law.

There are new solutions:-

For corporates and the HR industry, involved on a regular basis with staff or clients who have visa and permit issues, we enter into contractual relationships, providing in-house training, on-going seminars and individual case work management that cost-effectively protects you or your staff while supporting your efforts to maintain your skill base.

For small employers or those facing occasional issues, we are available for initial over - the - phone advice that can stop a "small issue" becoming a major problem.

Malcolm Pacific have been market leaders for 25 years, with offices in Auckland and Wellington and a presence in most major provincial centres. Through us you can access the largest team of immigration advisers and lawyers in New Zealand.