Longer visas for partners of New Zealanders

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 together for at least 12 months. This is now increasing from 2 years to 3 years. This...
Skills requirement easing for some roles and sectors

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 to the AEWV minimum skill requirement will be available for some roles...
Visa charges to increase from 1 October

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 that those using and benefitting from the immigration system contribute more to the cost of...
Update on Visitor Visa durations

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 general visitor visa applications, provided the applicant...