Streamlined work visa process and deferral of mandatory accreditation scheme
The Minister of Immigration has recently announced a number of significant changes to the processing of Essential Skills work visas, as well as a deferral to the upcoming compulsory employer accreditation scheme.
New border exception to allow 300 teachers into New Zealand
A new border exception has been announced, to address the ongoing shortage of qualified teachers in New Zealand.
Uncertainty around residence pathways continues despite latest Immigration announcements
The Immigration Minister has today announced further adjustments to visa settings, following on from announcements made at the end of 2020.
Reading the fine print in INZ’s “family reunification” border exceptions
The Minister of Immigration has made a much-anticipated announcement regarding New Zealand’s border closure.
Immigration New Zealand releases sleepover hours guidelines
Immigration New Zealand has released a new Visa Pak this month, clarifying its position on sleepover hours in the aged and residential care industry.
Announcement about Skilled Migrant Category delayed… again
Immigration New Zealand recently held a webinar, with the promise that it would include an update about a number of important areas including how it intends to address the 7,000 or more EOIs currently in the pool awaiting an outcome,…