Immigration NZ News
We produce regular newsletters featuring topics relevant to anyone with an interest in immigration.
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
Malcolm Pacific Immigration can provide inhouse seminars or webinars on work visa changes and answers any burning immigration questions.
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.
Border closure
A critical worker is described as: A health worker; or Entering the country for less than 6 months with a unique skill set not available in New Zealand.
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...
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.
Labour market tests
Immigration NZ have made it clear they will be looking very closely at what efforts an employer has made to recruit locals before extending or issuing new work.
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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Is the end of lockdown in sight?
This is a very challenging time for business with some facing uncertainty whether they can reopen; confronted by having to shed staff numbers.
Immigration remains open for business
While New Zealand is living under lockdown New Zealand Immigration Partners are still providing immigration advice and lodging visa applications for our clients.
New Zealand now in historic lock down
This is day one of our nation closing for the next 4 weeks (or longer). All Kiwis and visitors must stay at home and only go out for food shopping...
New Zealand now in historic lock down
This is day one of our nation closing for the next 4 weeks (or longer). All Kiwis and visitors must stay at home and only go out for food shopping...
Temporary border closure - useful information
New Zealand closed the border to most travellers at 23.59 on Thursday, 19 March 2020. Who can still enter New Zealand? The following people can still travel...
Temporary border closure – useful information
New Zealand closed the border to most travellers at 23.59 on Thursday, 19 March 2020. Who can still enter New Zealand? The following people can still travel...
Governments latest response to COVID–19 (for Employers)
By the time you read this the New Zealand government’s new border restrictions have taken effect. Here's the latest tips for employers...
Governments latest response to COVID–19
By the time you read this the New Zealand government’s new border restrictions have taken effect. From 1am Monday, 16 March 2020 everyone arriving in NZ...
Skilled Migrant and Essential Skills wage changes
Are you ready for the new wage rates that apply from February 24? The new thresholds are based on the New Zealand median salary and wage rate of NZD $25.50.
Parent visa sponsorship gets tougher
So you want your mother and father to join you in your new life? You need to plan carefully so that they are part of the total 1,000 applicants who get accepted
Free seminars
New Zealand Immigration Partners are hosting free seminars with information on the upcoming work visa rule changes and insights to the ever changing immigration.
Essential Skills Visa processing to take longer
Following the coronavirus outbreak in China Immigration NZ closed their office in Beijing until further notice. This has limited the number of Immigration.
Changes to Skilled residency visa queue
Immigration NZ just announced this week changes to the ranking for processing residence applications from skilled workers.
Skilled residency visa queue keeps growing
The oldest residence application was lodged in December 2018 and it has not been looked at by an Immigration Officer.
Skilled residency visa queue keeps growing
The oldest residence application was lodged in December 2018 and it has not been looked at by an Immigration Officer.
Skilled migrant and essential skills wage changes
Are you ready for the new wage rates that apply from February 24? Not only will you have to alter your payroll, but that will flow through to your reporting.
Sending staff overseas?
Staff travelling to work in an overseas branch or on business will in many cases require a visa before they leave New Zealand.
Employer Seminars near you
New Zealand Immigration Partners is hosting free seminars about work visa changes coming this year and in 2021. These seminars are aimed at employers.
Employer accreditation renewal gets tougher
Warning – Immigration NZ (INZ) is starting to question employers why they want to keep accreditation if they are not paying any staff at the new increased rate.
Coronavirus closes NZ borders for many
Any foreign travellers who have been present in, or transited through, mainland China in the previous 14 days are being refused entry to New Zealand.
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.
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