Immigration NZ News
We produce regular newsletters featuring topics relevant to anyone with an interest in immigration.
Straight to Residence or Residence from Work – what’s the difference?
Apply from overseas and skip applying for a work visa, if you're eligible for a Straight to Residence visa.
How’s your English?
If you need to do an English test for a visa application here are some top tips...
Worried about your migrant workforce?
Some employers are concerned they may lose workers following the changes announced in April to the AEWV scheme.
It is time to renew your accreditation
Many businesses need to start preparing now to get ready for renewing their employer accreditation in 2024.
Sending staff across the Tasman?
We work with many Kiwi businesses that send team members across the ditch for short-term specialised project work or business meetings.
What’s happening at the border?
Airports are busy places and not everyone has the same experience as New Zealand passport holders.
Skilled Residence policy changes will impact some people
Skilled Residence policy changes will impact some people
Renew your employer accreditation or not – that is the question
A business that is not accredited cannot hire more migrants or support skilled migrant residence applications. What you need to consider.
Parents – what’s happening?
Many migrants are anxious to be reunited with parents. The parent residence category causes frustration and the new Parent Temporary visa is on the to do list.
Work Visa Changes are Coming
Record migration numbers - changes to work visa policy are on the horizon
Median Wage Set to Rise
The median wage is going up for residence applications - what you need to know.
Does Your Business have Multiple Sites?
Immigration New Zealand is strict on where a work visa holder can work - if you have multiple sites be aware of these requirements.
Avoid the Visa Traps
Getting visa applications wrong can be time-consuming and costly - see our tips for getting things right.
Avoid these Visa Traps
A lot can go wrong in a visa application - read our tips to avoid expensive mistakes!
Top tips for employers - compliance and retention
There is more work for HR to juggle when it comes to your migrant workforce. Our top tips for employers!
Residence vs NZ Citizenship
When someone becomes a resident they are entitled to live, work, and study in New Zealand indefinitely. With New Zealand Citizenship there are more benefits.
Permanent Resident Visa applications
Two years after the issue of the first Resident Visa a person and/or family may apply for a Permanent Resident Visa provided they have met certain conditions.
Median wage rise paused, but…
The February 2024 increase to the median wage for AEWV applications has been paused. A report into AEWV is due out next month. Apply for extensions now!
Getting applications right - avoid delays or worse
When a visa application is not submitted with the correct or sufficient evidence at lodgement, this may lead to delays or even failure.
Changes to the labour market and impacts on migrant employment
Commentators and business report changes in the labour market. How might this impact recruiting or retaining migrant workers?
AEWVs - wage increase pause, scheme review & extensions
The February 2024 increase to the median wage for AEWV applications has been paused. A report into the AEWV scheme is due next month. Apply for extensions now!
Work visa extensions – now is the time to apply
On 27 November 2023 visa applications opened for workers to extend their Accredited Employer Work Visas to 5 years.
Work visa extensions – now is the time to apply
On 27 November 2023 visa applications opened for workers to extend their Accredited Employer Work Visas (AEWV) for 5 years.
Permanent Resident Visa applications
Apply for a Permanent Resident Visa (PRV), two years after your resident visa was first granted.
New Parent Visa
Many migrants have been frustrated there is no simple pathway to bring parents to New Zealand for extended periods or as residents. This may soon change.
New laws impact Accredited Employers
On 06 January 2024 the Worker Protection (Migrant and Other Employees) Act 2023 comes into force, are you ready?
Immigration in 2024 - what to expect
What can you expect in 2024: Increased government visa application fees, median wage changes, new Parent Visitor Visa, and increased work rights
Taking a break
The team at New Zealand Immigration Partners are taking a break over the holiday season from Wednesday, 20 December and reopen Monday, 8 January 2024.
Support to employers grows
Sam Ingham joins Lukas Sousa, as Head of Employer Relationships, boosting our capacity to provide immigration advice and solutions to business.
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