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Immigration NZ News
We produce regular newsletters featuring topics relevant to anyone with an interest in immigration.
Skilled migrant delays & changes
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) report the skilled migrant residence visa category is over-subscribed as sustained economic growth and low unemployment.
Tips for Employers
NZeTA - Your overseas business visitors from visa free countries now need to apply for an electronic travel authority before they fly to New Zealand.
Visa rules get shake up
The Minister of Immigration has just announced the changes to visa policy that we signaled were on the way. These new rules will roll out progressively.
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Approval in principle (AIP)
Recruiting from overseas? Suffering skill shortages? Getting an Approval in Principle (AIP) might be the way to go. An AIP is a way for employers.
Beating the visa delays
Delays to visa processing have been hitting the news throughout this year. The problem has become visible through some dramatic examples promoted by the media.
Skilled migrant residence applications – getting it right
Getting an application right for a skilled migrant can make the difference between success and a whole lot of heartache – not to mention a cost.
Tips for Employers
Remuneration rates is frequently asked: “what should I pay an overseas worker?” The answer is: “Never less than the market rate for those skills".
Visa policy changes
We signaled earlier the government plans to change the rules around visas and make the process more employer driven (mandatory employer accreditation).
Common errors in preparing visa applications
A staggering 70% of work visa applications are not complete when lodged. This causes long delays in processing. Watch our video on the 5 most common mistakes.
Tips for Employers
Finding it difficult to attract offshore talent? Consider offering relocation packages to help with the costs of moving (household; flights).
Visa changes coming
In December last year the Government signalled it was making changes to the immigration system. It said there were “too few checks and balances on employers".
Get in the queue
The processing time for an essential skill work visa is 25 days according to the Immigration NZ website. Unfortunately, that has been pushed out.
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