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Helping a migrant employee could get you fine

HR professionals in New Zealand must understand what legally counts as immigration advice under the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007 to avoid breaching the law. This guide outlines what does

Visitor visa New Zealand – visit this Christmas and experience the magic

Christmas in New Zealand is summer at its best. Beaches, festivals, and family time. Government advice is clear: apply early for your visitor visa as processing is slower in peak

It’s illegal to give immigration advice without a licence: what HR managers need to know

HR professionals in New Zealand must not provide immigration advice unless licensed. Breaching this law can result in criminal prosecution under the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007.

From 23 June 2025, qualifications from nine additional countries will be exempt from New Zealand’s International Qualification Assessment (IQA) for certain visas, including the Skilled Migrant Category.

With more New Zealanders moving abroad, employers are turning to skilled migrant workers to maintain business continuity and address critical labour shortages.

Ten new trades will be added to New Zealand’s Green List Work to Residence pathway from 18 August 2025, with updated wage thresholds also applying across skilled residence visa categories

The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) is New Zealand’s main temporary work visa, allowing migrants to work for accredited employers for up to 5 years. As of 2 June 2025, over 150,000 AEWV applications have been approved, with nearly 25,000 accredited employers supporting a dynamic and evolving scheme.

The Parent Boost Visitor Visa allows parents of New Zealand citizens and residents to stay for up to 5 years per visa, supporting family ties without a pathway to residence.

The Specific Purpose Work Visa has been updated to allow longer stays for sports professionals in New Zealand, with new durations based on the level of play.

Budget 2025 aims to grow the economy through private sector incentives, but reduced public support may challenge new migrants. Here is what employers and migrants need to know.

From 26 May 2025, New Zealand will no longer require certified translations for visitor visa applications, bringing its policy in line with Australia

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library Travel to New Zealand set to become easier for Pacific Islands Forum members  The New Zealand Government has announced new immigration measures aimed at

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library Work rights introduced for Interim Visa holders  Starting 8 April 2025, changes to New Zealand’s Interim Visa rules will provide more Accredited Employer Work

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library The New Zealand Government has announced a change to immigration health requirements that will affect dependent children of temporary visa holders. Effective from 17

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library New Zealand introduces major changes to the Active Investor Plus Visa On 3rd March 2025, the New Zealand Government announced key changes to the

Featured migration story headline to go here

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Confidential immigration advice key to supporting visa overstayers in New Zealand

Immigration New Zealand estimates around 20,980 people are currently overstaying their visas. Many face fear, exploitation, and limited access to services, making early, confidential immigration advice essential.

87 new occupations recognised under the Accredited Employer Work Visa

Since 3 November 2025, 87 new occupations from New Zealand’s National Occupation List have been recognised for Accredited Employer Work Visa applications, expanding opportunities for employers and skilled migrants.

How to protect your organisation from penalties and visa rejections

Avoid visa rejections and employer penalties in New Zealand by following lawful immigration practices, engaging licensed advisers, and maintaining full transparency with Immigration New Zealand.
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Featured migration story headline to go here

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Confidential immigration advice key to supporting visa overstayers in New Zealand

Immigration New Zealand estimates around 20,980 people are currently overstaying their visas. Many face fear, exploitation, and limited access to services, making early, confidential immigration advice essential.

87 new occupations recognised under the Accredited Employer Work Visa

Since 3 November 2025, 87 new occupations from New Zealand’s National Occupation List have been recognised for Accredited Employer Work Visa applications, expanding opportunities for employers and skilled migrants.

How to protect your organisation from penalties and visa rejections

Avoid visa rejections and employer penalties in New Zealand by following lawful immigration practices, engaging licensed advisers, and maintaining full transparency with Immigration New Zealand.

New process for employers managing AEWV transitions during business sales

Immigration New Zealand has introduced a new process for employers managing AEWV holders after a business sale or restructure. Employers must submit a new job check to keep records accurate,

What is considered immigration advice? A guide for HR professionals

HR professionals in New Zealand must understand what legally counts as immigration advice under the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007 to avoid breaching the law. This guide outlines what does

Redesigned online Job Check form live: streamlined process for faster hiring

New Zealand Immigration’s redesigned Job Check form is now live, making it easier for employers and advisers save time with clearer guidance, upfront requirements, and faster application outcomes.

From 23 June 2025, qualifications from nine additional countries will be exempt from New Zealand’s International Qualification Assessment (IQA) for certain visas, including the Skilled Migrant Category.

With more New Zealanders moving abroad, employers are turning to skilled migrant workers to maintain business continuity and address critical labour shortages.

Ten new trades will be added to New Zealand’s Green List Work to Residence pathway from 18 August 2025, with updated wage thresholds also applying across skilled residence visa categories

The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) is New Zealand’s main temporary work visa, allowing migrants to work for accredited employers for up to 5 years. As of 2 June 2025, over 150,000 AEWV applications have been approved, with nearly 25,000 accredited employers supporting a dynamic and evolving scheme.

The Parent Boost Visitor Visa allows parents of New Zealand citizens and residents to stay for up to 5 years per visa, supporting family ties without a pathway to residence.

The Specific Purpose Work Visa has been updated to allow longer stays for sports professionals in New Zealand, with new durations based on the level of play.

Budget 2025 aims to grow the economy through private sector incentives, but reduced public support may challenge new migrants. Here is what employers and migrants need to know.

From 26 May 2025, New Zealand will no longer require certified translations for visitor visa applications, bringing its policy in line with Australia

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library Travel to New Zealand set to become easier for Pacific Islands Forum members  The New Zealand

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library Work rights introduced for Interim Visa holders  Starting 8 April 2025, changes to New Zealand’s Interim

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library The New Zealand Government has announced a change to immigration health requirements that will affect dependent

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library New Zealand introduces major changes to the Active Investor Plus Visa On 3rd March 2025, the

Featured migration story headline to go here

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Confidential immigration advice key to supporting visa overstayers in New Zealand

Immigration New Zealand estimates around 20,980 people are currently overstaying their visas. Many face fear, exploitation, and limited access to services, making early, confidential immigration advice essential.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

Ten trades occupations added to Work to Residence pathway on the Green List

From 18 August 2025, ten additional trades occupations will be added to New Zealand’s Green List Work to Residence pathway, giving skilled tradespeople a faster and more certain route to

New seasonal visa pathways to support peak workforce demand

The New Zealand Government will introduce two new seasonal visas, the Global Workforce Seasonal Visa and Peak Seasonal Visa, from 8 December 2025 to help accredited employers meet peak seasonal

Active Investor Plus Visa updates: changes to investment rules and flexibility

New Zealand has introduced key updates to the Active Investor Plus Visa, including stricter limits on on-call investments and new flexibility for funding property development, creating clearer pathways for productive

From 23 June 2025, qualifications from nine additional countries will be exempt from New Zealand’s International Qualification Assessment (IQA) for certain visas, including the Skilled Migrant Category.

With more New Zealanders moving abroad, employers are turning to skilled migrant workers to maintain business continuity and address critical labour shortages.

Ten new trades will be added to New Zealand’s Green List Work to Residence pathway from 18 August 2025, with updated wage thresholds also applying across skilled residence visa categories

The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) is New Zealand’s main temporary work visa, allowing migrants to work for accredited employers for up to 5 years. As of 2 June 2025, over 150,000 AEWV applications have been approved, with nearly 25,000 accredited employers supporting a dynamic and evolving scheme.

The Parent Boost Visitor Visa allows parents of New Zealand citizens and residents to stay for up to 5 years per visa, supporting family ties without a pathway to residence.

The Specific Purpose Work Visa has been updated to allow longer stays for sports professionals in New Zealand, with new durations based on the level of play.

Budget 2025 aims to grow the economy through private sector incentives, but reduced public support may challenge new migrants. Here is what employers and migrants need to know.

From 26 May 2025, New Zealand will no longer require certified translations for visitor visa applications, bringing its policy in line with Australia

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library Travel to New Zealand set to become easier for Pacific Islands Forum members  The New Zealand Government has announced new immigration measures aimed at

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library Work rights introduced for Interim Visa holders  Starting 8 April 2025, changes to New Zealand’s Interim Visa rules will provide more Accredited Employer Work

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library The New Zealand Government has announced a change to immigration health requirements that will affect dependent children of temporary visa holders. Effective from 17

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library New Zealand introduces major changes to the Active Investor Plus Visa On 3rd March 2025, the New Zealand Government announced key changes to the

Featured migration story headline to go here

Ehenducienis am, quis dolorerovid quia que lam, ut opta sita non nonem velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiorequis velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiore, simagnita nonsequia.

Confidential immigration advice key to supporting visa overstayers in New Zealand

Immigration New Zealand estimates around 20,980 people are currently overstaying their visas. Many face fear, exploitation, and limited access to services, making early, confidential immigration advice essential.

87 new occupations recognised under the Accredited Employer Work Visa

Since 3 November 2025, 87 new occupations from New Zealand’s National Occupation List have been recognised for Accredited Employer Work Visa applications, expanding opportunities for employers and skilled migrants.

How to protect your organisation from penalties and visa rejections

Avoid visa rejections and employer penalties in New Zealand by following lawful immigration practices, engaging licensed advisers, and maintaining full transparency with Immigration New Zealand.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

Featured migration story headline to go here

Ehenducienis am, quis dolorerovid quia que lam, ut opta sita non nonem velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiorequis velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiore, simagnita nonsequia.

Confidential immigration advice key to supporting visa overstayers in New Zealand

Immigration New Zealand estimates around 20,980 people are currently overstaying their visas. Many face fear, exploitation, and limited access to services, making early, confidential immigration advice essential.

87 new occupations recognised under the Accredited Employer Work Visa

Since 3 November 2025, 87 new occupations from New Zealand’s National Occupation List have been recognised for Accredited Employer Work Visa applications, expanding opportunities for employers and skilled migrants.

How to protect your organisation from penalties and visa rejections

Avoid visa rejections and employer penalties in New Zealand by following lawful immigration practices, engaging licensed advisers, and maintaining full transparency with Immigration New Zealand.

New process for employers managing AEWV transitions during business sales

Immigration New Zealand has introduced a new process for employers managing AEWV holders after a business sale or restructure. Employers must submit a new job check to keep records accurate,

What is considered immigration advice? A guide for HR professionals

HR professionals in New Zealand must understand what legally counts as immigration advice under the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007 to avoid breaching the law. This guide outlines what does

Redesigned online Job Check form live: streamlined process for faster hiring

New Zealand Immigration’s redesigned Job Check form is now live, making it easier for employers and advisers save time with clearer guidance, upfront requirements, and faster application outcomes.

From 23 June 2025, qualifications from nine additional countries will be exempt from New Zealand’s International Qualification Assessment (IQA) for certain visas, including the Skilled Migrant Category.

With more New Zealanders moving abroad, employers are turning to skilled migrant workers to maintain business continuity and address critical labour shortages.

Ten new trades will be added to New Zealand’s Green List Work to Residence pathway from 18 August 2025, with updated wage thresholds also applying across skilled residence visa categories

The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) is New Zealand’s main temporary work visa, allowing migrants to work for accredited employers for up to 5 years. As of 2 June 2025, over 150,000 AEWV applications have been approved, with nearly 25,000 accredited employers supporting a dynamic and evolving scheme.

The Parent Boost Visitor Visa allows parents of New Zealand citizens and residents to stay for up to 5 years per visa, supporting family ties without a pathway to residence.

The Specific Purpose Work Visa has been updated to allow longer stays for sports professionals in New Zealand, with new durations based on the level of play.

Budget 2025 aims to grow the economy through private sector incentives, but reduced public support may challenge new migrants. Here is what employers and migrants need to know.

From 26 May 2025, New Zealand will no longer require certified translations for visitor visa applications, bringing its policy in line with Australia

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library Travel to New Zealand set to become easier for Pacific Islands Forum members  The New Zealand

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library Work rights introduced for Interim Visa holders  Starting 8 April 2025, changes to New Zealand’s Interim

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library The New Zealand Government has announced a change to immigration health requirements that will affect dependent

Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library New Zealand introduces major changes to the Active Investor Plus Visa On 3rd March 2025, the

Featured migration story headline to go here

Ehenducienis am, quis dolorerovid quia que lam, ut opta sita non nonem velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiorequis velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiore, simagnita nonsequia.

Confidential immigration advice key to supporting visa overstayers in New Zealand

Immigration New Zealand estimates around 20,980 people are currently overstaying their visas. Many face fear, exploitation, and limited access to services, making early, confidential immigration advice essential.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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