New Zealand Immigration News Update - Stay Informed
Work visa reforms announced
The Government has announced reforms to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme, a new seasonal work pathway and work rights for more Interim Visa holders. The changes will…
Changes to the Post Study Work Visa
Students who studied a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) for 30 weeks and immediately progressed to a Master’s degree, but were not enrolled in the Masters for 30 weeks, are now…
Open work rights for partners of migrant workers
The Government is making changes to provide open work rights to more partners of migrant workers, allowing them to work for any employer. This will help families stay together, and…
Apply early for visitor visas for the New Year
The Chinese and Lunar New Year are significant events in New Zealand due to our diverse culture and thriving Chinese community. We anticipate thousands of visitors will join their…
Employers must lead Work and Income engagement
From 7 October 2024, accredited employers must engage directly with Work and Income for most ANZSCO Level 4 or 5 vacancies at the Job Check stage. Removing the ability…
Longer visas for partners of New Zealanders
The Government has made changes to the maximum duration for work and visitor visas for partners of New Zealand citizens or residence class visa holders that have been living…
Skills requirement easing for some roles and sectors
The Government is making short term changes to avoid shortages in select sectors while long-term Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) changes are being decided. From 8 September 2024, an exemption…
Visa charges to increase from 1 October
INZ has announced that changes to visa charges, made up of fees and levies, will take effect from 1 October 2024. Most visa charges will increase. The increases ensure…
Update on Visitor Visa durations
INZ have recently updated our guidance to immigration officers regarding visitor visa durations. The new guidance recommends a three-month stay duration as a starting point for consideration for offshore…
Employer Accreditation Renewal and Interim Accreditation
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has resolved an issue where some employers who applied to renew their accreditation were not granted interim accreditation when they should have been. All employers…
Changes to AEWV criteria for bringing family
From today, 26 June 2024, people holding an AEWV in roles at Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) levels 4 and 5 without a pathway to…
Work rights available for more partners of students
The Government has expanded eligibility for work visas for partners of some students studying towards a Green List occupation. People can now apply for a Partner of Student Work…