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More changes to visa rules in October

More changes to visa rules in October

In July 2020 the government changed the rules around how work visa applications are assessed based on the rate of pay. Those paid above the medium wage can...
Important travel warning

Important travel warning

If you or your any staff are travelling on business (as unlikely as this may seem), or you are bringing people to New Zealand here are some key points...
Do you have Filipinos in your workforce?

Do you have Filipinos in your workforce?

Let your team know Malcolm Pacific Immigration is hosting a webinar next month to discuss immigration changes affecting Filipinos working and living in NZ.
Workers stuck overseas

Workers stuck overseas

There were around 10,000 work visa holders overseas when New Zealand closed the border in March. Most have not been able to get back to New Zealand.
Applications moving but the rules are changing

Applications moving but the rules are changing

Immigration NZ have around 3500 Essential Skills Work Visa (labour market tested) applications in the queue at the time of going to print.
Tips for Employers

Tips for Employers

Not an accredited employer? In July 2021 accreditation becomes mandatory. Apply now. Keep good employee records (including time and wages).
Skilled migrants still on hold

Skilled migrants still on hold

The government has placed a hold on most skilled workers’ pathway to apply for residence. Many skilled workers apply for residence under the Skilled Migrant...
Recruiting from overseas?

Recruiting from overseas?

Many businesses are very frustrated when they are knocked back for a border exemption when overseas talent is desperately needed, or future growth depends...
Visa rules changed

Visa rules changed

Essential Skills Visa applications are now assessed based on the pay rate offered in the employment agreement.
Visa queues

Visa queues

Visa applications are not being processed for anyone based overseas (expect more news on this soon). People in New Zealand who have applied for residence.
Keeping your workforce up to date

Keeping your workforce up to date

Malcolm Pacific Immigration can provide inhouse seminars or webinars on work visa changes and answers any burning immigration questions.
Border closure

Border closure

A critical worker is described as: A health worker; or Entering the country for less than 6 months with a unique skill set not available in New Zealand.

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