Immigration NZ News
We produce regular newsletters featuring topics relevant to anyone with an interest in immigration.
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 migrants still on hold
The government has placed a hold on most skilled workers’ pathway to apply for residence. Many skilled workers apply for residence under the Skilled Migrant...
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.
Recruiting from overseas?
Many businesses are very frustrated when they are knocked back for a border exemption when overseas talent is desperately needed, or future growth depends...
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 changed
Essential Skills Visa applications are now assessed based on the pay rate offered in the employment agreement.
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).
Visa queues
Visa applications are not being processed for anyone based overseas (expect more news on this soon). People in New Zealand who have applied for residence.
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.
Keeping your workforce up to date
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