Immigration NZ News
We produce regular newsletters featuring topics relevant to anyone with an interest in immigration.
Recruiting in 2021?
If you are looking to bring specialist skills from overseas start the conversation now on border exemptions and visas. The process is complex...
Skilled Migrant category – just what is happening?
Selections of Expressions of Interest (EOI) out of the pool remain suspended. The government said the suspension will be reviewed in 2021 and their April...
Tips for Employers
The border remains closed to all visitors, most international students, and many workers. Ensure job ads are clear that applicants need to be in New Zealand.
Visas and COVID-19
The government signalled they expect New Zealand’s border to remain closed for all of 2021. Plans are underway for a “travel bubble” (quarantine free travel).
Want hassle free visas for your workers?
The window to become an accredited employer and get migrant workers earning more than $79,560 per annum onto a pathway for residence is fast closing.
Do you hold an employer supported visa?
If you do this article will be of interest. First time visa applications for either the Talent or Long Term Skills Shortage List (LTSSL) closed on 31 Oct.
Holiday season
Malcolm Pacific Immigration will close for the holidays at midday on Thursday, 24 December and reopen on Monday, 11 January 2021. Our phones will be answered.
Holiday season
Malcolm Pacific Immigration will close for the holidays at midday on Thursday, 24 December and reopen on Monday, 11 January 2021. Our phones will be answered.
Immigration in 2021
Businesses looking to recruit skilled workers from overseas face continued challenges from a closed border. The Covid-19 Response Minister, Chris Hipkins has...
Skilled Migrant category update
Immigration NZ is now processing residence applications in the non-priority queue that were lodged in May 2019. In the priority queue applications are going...
When will the border reopen?
The Prime Minister has said New Zealand will need to reach a certain level of herd immunity before border restrictions are significantly changed.
What will 2021 deliver?
The government has some big decisions to make next year. It remains to be seen what their priorities or timelines are but here is our list of problems.
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