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Police check requirements for NZ AEWV and visitor visas

Police check requirements for NZ AEWV and visitor visas

Police certificate requirements for AEWV and visitor visas remain strict. Applicants must provide a valid certificate at lodgement, as INZ will no longer accept receipts or delay processing. Complete applications
New Zealand Skilled Migrant Category changes confirmed for August 2026

New Zealand Skilled Migrant Category changes confirmed for August 2026

New Zealand has confirmed further changes to the Skilled Migrant Category ahead of August 2026. The updates introduce new residence pathways, revised wage settings, occupation lists and qualification rules.

New NOL Occupations and Median Wage Changes from 9 March 2026

New Zealand will recognise 47 additional NOL skill level 1–3 roles and increase the immigration median wage to $35 from 9 March 2026. Three roles shift to skill level 4,

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 and doesn’t count.

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 season. We help you choose the right path, lodge early, and travel with confidence.

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.

New residence pathways under the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa will make it easier for skilled workers and graduates to gain residence, helping employers retain talent and drive economic growth.

Immigration New Zealand will recognise around 90 new skill level 1–3 occupations under the National Occupation List from 3 November 2025, introducing a temporary pathway for some AEWV holders to transition to higher-skilled roles.

Starting 29 September 2025, the Parent Boost Visitor Visa lets employees bring their parents to New Zealand for stays of up to 10 years. It strengthens wellbeing, boosts retention and gives employers clear rules on sponsorship and compliance.”

From 18 August 2025, international student visa applications in New Zealand will transition to Immigration Online’s enhanced ADEPT system, simplifying processes and improving user experience.

From 18 August 2025, Immigration New Zealand will update the wage thresholds for skilled residence visas to align with the new median wage of $33.56 an hour, ensuring immigration policy reflects current job market conditions.

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 residence.

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 economic engagement.

From 3 November 2025, student visa holders in New Zealand can work up to 25 hours per week. Work rights will also extend to more short-term tertiary students, and a new visa will be required to change providers or study levels.

New AEWV wage thresholds will be introduced in August 2025. These changes will impact exemption criteria, maximum stay periods, and Green List application processes.

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New Zealand Government will introduce new graduate work visa pathways

The New Zealand Government will introduce a Short Term Graduate Work Visa and expand Post Study Work Visa eligibility from late 2026 to strengthen pathways from study to skilled employment.
Immigration New Zealand warns migrants about new phone scam using mobile numbers

Immigration New Zealand warns migrants about new phone scam

Immigration New Zealand is warning migrants about a phone scam involving callers who impersonate INZ and demand payments or personal information.
New Zealand visitor visa fee reduced for Pacific island travellers

New Zealand visitor visa fee reduced for Pacific island travellers

New Zealand will reduce the visitor visa fee for Pacific Islands Forum country nationals from 1 June 2026 for a 12-month trial period. Lowering the total cost from $216 to
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New Zealand Government will introduce new graduate work visa pathways

The New Zealand Government will introduce a Short Term Graduate Work Visa and expand Post Study Work Visa eligibility from late 2026 to strengthen pathways from study to skilled employment.
Immigration New Zealand warns migrants about new phone scam using mobile numbers

Immigration New Zealand warns migrants about new phone scam

Immigration New Zealand is warning migrants about a phone scam involving callers who impersonate INZ and demand payments or personal information.
New Zealand visitor visa fee reduced for Pacific island travellers

New Zealand visitor visa fee reduced for Pacific island travellers

New Zealand will reduce the visitor visa fee for Pacific Islands Forum country nationals from 1 June 2026 for a 12-month trial period. Lowering the total cost from $216 to

Employment conditions clarified for open work visas

From 20 April 2026, Immigration New Zealand will introduce clearer employment conditions for open work visas. The changes confirm what work is permitted, distinguish between business activity and employment, and

Background on the NZeTA and key travel statistics

The NZeTA has been central to New Zealand’s border settings since 2019. With more than 7.2 million approvals and new Australia-based trial settings for Chinese and Pacific travellers, updated data
Opening dates for capped Working Holiday Schemes

Opening dates for capped Working Holiday Schemes

Police certificate requirements for AEWV and visitor visas remain strict. Applicants must provide a valid certificate at lodgement, as INZ will no longer accept receipts or delay processing.

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 and doesn’t count.

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 season. We help you choose the right path, lodge early, and travel with confidence.

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.

New residence pathways under the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa will make it easier for skilled workers and graduates to gain residence, helping employers retain talent and drive economic growth.

Immigration New Zealand will recognise around 90 new skill level 1–3 occupations under the National Occupation List from 3 November 2025, introducing a temporary pathway for some AEWV holders to transition to higher-skilled roles.

Starting 29 September 2025, the Parent Boost Visitor Visa lets employees bring their parents to New Zealand for stays of up to 10 years. It strengthens wellbeing, boosts retention and gives employers clear rules on sponsorship and compliance.”

From 18 August 2025, international student visa applications in New Zealand will transition to Immigration Online’s enhanced ADEPT system, simplifying processes and improving user experience.

From 18 August 2025, Immigration New Zealand will update the wage thresholds for skilled residence visas to align with the new median wage of $33.56 an hour, ensuring immigration policy reflects current job market conditions.

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 residence.

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 economic engagement.

From 3 November 2025, student visa holders in New Zealand can work up to 25 hours per week. Work rights will also extend to more short-term tertiary students, and a new visa will be required to change providers or study levels.

New AEWV wage thresholds will be introduced in August 2025. These changes will impact exemption criteria, maximum stay periods, and Green List application processes.

Featured migration story headline to go here

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New Zealand Government will introduce new graduate work visa pathways

The New Zealand Government will introduce a Short Term Graduate Work Visa and expand Post Study Work Visa eligibility from late 2026 to strengthen pathways from study to skilled employment.
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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.

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 the Peak Seasonal Visa, from 8 December 2025 to help accredited employers meet genuine

New Business Investor Visa to open November: new pathways to residence

New Zealand has announced a Business Investor Visa, opening November 2025, offering $1m and $2m investment pathways to residence. The Entrepreneur Work Visa has now closed to new applications.

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 and doesn’t count.

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 season. We help you choose the right path, lodge early, and travel with confidence.

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.

New residence pathways under the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa will make it easier for skilled workers and graduates to gain residence, helping employers retain talent and drive economic growth.

Immigration New Zealand will recognise around 90 new skill level 1–3 occupations under the National Occupation List from 3 November 2025, introducing a temporary pathway for some AEWV holders to transition to higher-skilled roles.

Starting 29 September 2025, the Parent Boost Visitor Visa lets employees bring their parents to New Zealand for stays of up to 10 years. It strengthens wellbeing, boosts retention and gives employers clear rules on sponsorship and compliance.”

From 18 August 2025, international student visa applications in New Zealand will transition to Immigration Online’s enhanced ADEPT system, simplifying processes and improving user experience.

From 18 August 2025, Immigration New Zealand will update the wage thresholds for skilled residence visas to align with the new median wage of $33.56 an hour, ensuring immigration policy reflects current job market conditions.

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 residence.

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 economic engagement.

From 3 November 2025, student visa holders in New Zealand can work up to 25 hours per week. Work rights will also extend to more short-term tertiary students, and a new visa will be required to change providers or study levels.

New AEWV wage thresholds will be introduced in August 2025. These changes will impact exemption criteria, maximum stay periods, and Green List application processes.

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.

New Zealand Government will introduce new graduate work visa pathways

The New Zealand Government will introduce a Short Term Graduate Work Visa and expand Post Study Work Visa eligibility from late 2026 to strengthen pathways from study to skilled employment.
Immigration New Zealand warns migrants about new phone scam using mobile numbers

Immigration New Zealand warns migrants about new phone scam

Immigration New Zealand is warning migrants about a phone scam involving callers who impersonate INZ and demand payments or personal information.
New Zealand visitor visa fee reduced for Pacific island travellers

New Zealand visitor visa fee reduced for Pacific island travellers

New Zealand will reduce the visitor visa fee for Pacific Islands Forum country nationals from 1 June 2026 for a 12-month trial period. Lowering the total cost from $216 to
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.

New Zealand Government will introduce new graduate work visa pathways

The New Zealand Government will introduce a Short Term Graduate Work Visa and expand Post Study Work Visa eligibility from late 2026 to strengthen pathways from study to skilled employment.
Immigration New Zealand warns migrants about new phone scam using mobile numbers

Immigration New Zealand warns migrants about new phone scam

Immigration New Zealand is warning migrants about a phone scam involving callers who impersonate INZ and demand payments or personal information.
New Zealand visitor visa fee reduced for Pacific island travellers

New Zealand visitor visa fee reduced for Pacific island travellers

New Zealand will reduce the visitor visa fee for Pacific Islands Forum country nationals from 1 June 2026 for a 12-month trial period. Lowering the total cost from $216 to

Employment conditions clarified for open work visas

From 20 April 2026, Immigration New Zealand will introduce clearer employment conditions for open work visas. The changes confirm what work is permitted, distinguish between business activity and employment, and

Background on the NZeTA and key travel statistics

The NZeTA has been central to New Zealand’s border settings since 2019. With more than 7.2 million approvals and new Australia-based trial settings for Chinese and Pacific travellers, updated data
Opening dates for capped Working Holiday Schemes

Opening dates for capped Working Holiday Schemes

Police certificate requirements for AEWV and visitor visas remain strict. Applicants must provide a valid certificate at lodgement, as INZ will no longer accept receipts or delay processing.

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 and doesn’t count.

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 season. We help you choose the right path, lodge early, and travel with confidence.

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.

New residence pathways under the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa will make it easier for skilled workers and graduates to gain residence, helping employers retain talent and drive economic growth.

Immigration New Zealand will recognise around 90 new skill level 1–3 occupations under the National Occupation List from 3 November 2025, introducing a temporary pathway for some AEWV holders to transition to higher-skilled roles.

Starting 29 September 2025, the Parent Boost Visitor Visa lets employees bring their parents to New Zealand for stays of up to 10 years. It strengthens wellbeing, boosts retention and gives employers clear rules on sponsorship and compliance.”

From 18 August 2025, international student visa applications in New Zealand will transition to Immigration Online’s enhanced ADEPT system, simplifying processes and improving user experience.

From 18 August 2025, Immigration New Zealand will update the wage thresholds for skilled residence visas to align with the new median wage of $33.56 an hour, ensuring immigration policy reflects current job market conditions.

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 residence.

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 economic engagement.

From 3 November 2025, student visa holders in New Zealand can work up to 25 hours per week. Work rights will also extend to more short-term tertiary students, and a new visa will be required to change providers or study levels.

New AEWV wage thresholds will be introduced in August 2025. These changes will impact exemption criteria, maximum stay periods, and Green List application processes.

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.

New Zealand Government will introduce new graduate work visa pathways

The New Zealand Government will introduce a Short Term Graduate Work Visa and expand Post Study Work Visa eligibility from late 2026 to strengthen pathways from study to skilled employment.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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