Immigration NZ News
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Medical certificate requirements for visitor visas: what determines whether you need one
Visitor visa medical requirements are based on intended length of stay, not just the visa duration applied for.
Maximum continuous stay and the Peak Seasonal Work Visa: what you need to know
Immigration New Zealand has clarified how maximum continuous stay is calculated for Peak Seasonal Work Visa holders.
New work visa options for graduates available from 16 November 2026
New graduate work visa options open from 16 November 2026, including a six-month Short-term Graduate Work Visa.
Active Investor Plus: philanthropy now an eligible investment under the Growth category
AIP Growth category investors can now direct up to 20 percent of their investment into eligible philanthropy
English language requirements extended to AEWV skill level 3 roles
New English language requirements now apply to AEWV skill level 3 roles from 1 June 2026.
Student visa applications in 2026: what applicants need to know
Key updates to genuine intentions guidance, processing times, and post-study work rights for this year's intake.
Income thresholds for Parent Resident Visa and Parent Boost Visitor Visa have increased
Updated sponsor thresholds from 30 April 2026 and what counts as eligible income.
Skilled Migrant Category changes confirmed for 24 August 2026
New occupation lists and residence pathways, and what they mean for skilled migrants and their employers.
Active Investor Plus: $4 billion attracted in just 13 months
What the milestone means for investors considering the Active Investor Plus programme.
Further detail on Skilled Migrant Category changes released
Updates to occupation lists and residence eligibility
New work visa options announced for international graduates
A new pathway for bringing in graduates for short-term roles
Minister signals changes to post-residence conduct and employer compliance
Compliance changes and what they mean for employers
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