Immigration NZ News

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A Guide to Living in NZ for Parents Applying for the Parent Residency Visa

A Guide to Living in NZ for Parents Applying for the Parent Residency Visa

The Parent Residency Visa in New Zealand has now reopened. Learn more about visa changes, new sponsorship rules and what life is like for parents living in NZ.
Migrant Visa Holders: How to Bring Your Parents To NZ

Migrant Visa Holders: How to Bring Your Parents To NZ

Migrant NZ visa holders can bring their parents to New Zealand on a temporary or permanent basis. Read about the different family options and how to qualify.
Visa changes for partners of working migrants deferred

Visa changes for partners of working migrants deferred

The government has deferred until April 2023 their decision to limit work rights for partners of work visa holders.
Skilled Migrant Category update

Skilled Migrant Category update

The first selection of Expressions of Interest (EOIs) since 2020 took place on 11 November 2022. Over 6,500 EOIs were selected covering almost 15,000 people.
New occupations added

New occupations added

At long last nurses and midwives have an immediate pathway to residence. We have been calling for skilled health workers to be added to the Green List.
Immigration in 2023

Immigration in 2023

We have lived through the "immigration reset” then the “immigration rebalance” and now the “immigration backdowns”.
Holiday hours

Holiday hours

Our offices close from Wednesday, 21 December and reopen Monday, 9 January 2023.
Is It Difficult to Get a Job as a Migrant Worker in NZ?

Is It Difficult to Get a Job as a Migrant Worker in NZ?

New Zealand offers work and residence visas for migrant workers. Improve your chances of getting a job in NZ with the help of a licensed immigration adviser.
Moving to New Zealand: Tips for Migrants Choosing Where to Live

Moving to New Zealand: Tips for Migrants Choosing Where to Live

Start your move to NZ by knowing where to live and the places that support your job industry best. In this article, learn more about NZ’s cities and regions.
How Is the Government Supporting the Future of the Healthcare System in NZ?

How Is the Government Supporting the Future of the Healthcare System in NZ?

With the demand for healthcare workers, learn how NZ Government’s changes to the healthcare system are supporting migrant workers into employment in New Zealand
Visa rules set to change – Again!

Visa rules set to change – Again!

Migrant workers in New Zealand should read this article as visa changes are set to affect how long you can keep working.
Skilled Migrants – Get in Quick!

Skilled Migrants – Get in Quick!

The SMC closed to new residence applications in April 2020 when NZ shut the border. The category has just reopened but sweeping changes are on the horizon

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