Immigration NZ News
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The border remains closed……but
The government has announced additional flexibility for partners of New Zealand citizens or residents to secure entry into NZ.
Stuck in NZ?
People in New Zealand holding a valid Visitor Visa due to expire between 04/09/2020 and 31/10/2020 will receive automatic visa extensions for a further 5 month.
Skilled migrant residence queue starting to move
We reported in July what the criteria was for “priority” and “non priority” skilled residence applications – see article Stuck In a Visa Queue.
Partners and children of migrant workers get more time
Employer Assisted work visa holders (the occupation and employer are listed on the visa) who were in New Zealand on 10/07/2020 and hold a visa expiring on...
Overseas? Visa processing switched back on
Immigration NZ have restarted processing a limited number of visa categories for applicants (and their families) who are overseas.
Visa rules change
Several changes this month affect those on visas. Holders of Employer Assisted Work Visas (with the occupation and employer listed on the visa).
Stuck in a visa queue?
The Residence programme ended on 31/12/2019. This programme set by the government determines how many people can be approved for residence from time to time.
New Skilled Occupations
The Skilled Migrant Category remains on hold. An Expression of Interest (EOI) can still be lodged into the pool but until the government directs Immigration NZ.
Immigration in the news
Since COVID 19 hit our shores a constant stream of media articles has highlighted the impact on so many lives due to the border closure and suspension of visas.
Visa applications can still be lodged
Immigration NZ is not fully back to work but some Immigration Officers are working remotely. The only visa applications being processed right now are...
Planning to be a skilled migrant or bring mum and dad to NZ?
Skilled migrants - the clock is ticking. If you have been considering applying for residence to secure a future in New Zealand then now is the time to lodge.
Immigration law changes fast tracked
The Minister of Immigration introduced a Bill into Parliament this week which if passed will become law late next week. These law changes are designed to fix...
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