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Discover New Zealand: An Attractive Residence Option For Investors

In a world of political and economic turmoil, New Zealand stands out as a beacon of safety, stability, and opportunity in the Asia-Pacific region

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How overseas-qualified teachers can become registered teachers and apply for residence

INZ recently announced that Primary Teachers will be added to the STR pathway on the Green List, effective from 26 March 2025.

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Cavell Leitch

PJ (Permanent Residence) [2023] NZIPT 206646 (Residence appeal)

Tribunal found appellant has strong familial nexus to New Zealand through the appellant's New Zealand citizen parents.

New Zealand Government

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Cavell Leitch

New Occupation Classification List Forthcoming And Other Key Updates

Statistics New Zealand will soon release the first version of the National Occupation List, a new job role classification system that will replace the current combined Australian and New Zealand Standard.

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Fragomen

As global mobility continues to evolve, staying informed about changes in immigration policies and fees is crucial.

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Cavell Leitch

A closer look at the impact of recent changes

New Zealand Immigration

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Cavell Leitch

Legal ramifications and financial penalties of migrant exploitation

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Government Application Fees To Increase On October 1, 2024

New Zealand Immigration

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Fragomen

Major Increase In Visa Fees From 1 October 2024

New Zealand Immigration

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ANZ Migrate Pte Ltd

Online Transit Visa Filing And Transit Visa Waiver For Fijian Nationals Forthcoming

New Zealand Immigration

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Fragomen

Dependent Student Visa Now Available For Children Of Eligible Foreign Students

New Zealand Immigration

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Fragomen

Dependents No Longer Allowed For Certain Accredited Employer Work Visa Holders

New Zealand Immigration

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Accredited Employer Work Visa Applications Prioritized For Green List Occupations

New Zealand Immigration

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Fragomen

Immigration ABC – Chapter 9: Resident Visa under the Parent Category

New Zealand Immigration

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Cavell Leitch

Supreme Court clarifies key principles in misstatement cases

New Zealand Consumer

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Wynn Williams Lawyers

Heat of the Moment Resignations in New Zealand

New Zealand Employment

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The 6 Most Common EMIR Reporting Errors

New Zealand Commercial

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Fast Paced Reform: RMA Amendment Bill To Put The Brakes On Planning Processes

New Zealand Real Estate

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Wynn Williams Lawyers

Patents Amendment Bill 2025 barely raises a murmur during first Parliamentary Reading

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Spruson & Ferguson

Immigration ABC – Chapter 8: Visas under the Partnership Category

If your partner is a NZ citizen or resident, you may be eligible for a temporary or resident visa to live together in NZ

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Cavell Leitch

Revolutionising Investment Migration: New Zealand's Introduction Of The Active Investor Plus Visa

The Active Investor Plus visa surpasses comparable programs globally, offering unique advantages over those in the United States and Australia.

New Zealand Immigration

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ANZ Migrate Pte Ltd

Immigration ABC – Chapter 5: Pathways to Residence – General

There are multiple pathways to obtaining a resident visa to settle in New Zealand permanently.

New Zealand Immigration

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Cavell Leitch

Immigration ABC – Chapter 6: Pathways to Residence – with a New Zealand job offer

There are several pathways to gaining NZ residence through your job or job offer in New Zealand.

New Zealand Immigration

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Cavell Leitch

Immigration ABC – Chapter 7: Resident Visa under the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC)

New Zealand Immigration

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Cavell Leitch

Immigration ABC – Chapter 2: Visiting in New Zealand – General Visitor Visa

New Zealand Immigration

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Cavell Leitch

Immigration ABC – Chapter 3: Study in New Zealand – Fee Paying Student Visa

New Zealand Immigration

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Cavell Leitch

Immigration ABC – Chapter 1: Migrating to New Zealand

New Zealand Immigration

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Cavell Leitch

Summary of Immigration New Zealand changes 2023

New Zealand Immigration

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Cavell Leitch

Visitor Visas For FIFA Women's World Cup

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

New Requirements For Dependent Partners Of Accredited Employer Work Visa Holders 

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

Extensions For Certain Interim Visas

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

New Zealand Implements Notable Immigration Updates

New Zealand Immigration

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Mayer Brown

Updates To Immigration Routes

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

New Requirements For Dependent Partners Of Accredited Employer Work Visa Holders 

The government of New Zealand will introduce new work conditions for dependent partners of foreign nationals holding a valid Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) beginning 31 May 2023.

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

Extensions For Certain Interim Visas

New Zealand will permit holders of 2021 interim visas to request new visas prior to the expiration of the current visa 

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

New Zealand Implements Notable Immigration Updates

As 2022 draws to a close, the New Zealand government has announced a variety of immigration updates that affect foreign nationals' work authorization and employers' accreditation status.

New Zealand Immigration

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Mayer Brown

Updates To Immigration Routes

New Zealand introduced changes to several immigration routes, including eligibility under the Straight to Residence Green List and the Specific Purpose Work Visa...

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

Delay In Partner Visa Eligibility Changes

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

Reopening Of The Parent Resident Visa

The government of New Zealand will restart the Parent Resident Visa and reduce requirements for sponsorship under this visa type. These changes will include...

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

Reopening Of The Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa

The government of New Zealand will resume the expressions of interest (EOI) for the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa on 9 November 2022.

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

Skilled Migrant and Parent Categories to reopen

This is positive news for people and migrant workers who would like to use the Parent and Skilled Migrant Categories.

New Zealand Immigration

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Cavell Leitch

New Median Wage For 2023

New Zealand announced that the median wage will increase to NZD 29.66 on 27 February 2023...

New Zealand Immigration

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A summary of the information released by the Minister of Immigration.

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Estimated Visa Processing Times And Delays 

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

Cap Limit For The Recognized Seasonal Employer Scheme

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

Summary of Immigration New Zealand changes

New Zealand Immigration

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Cavell Leitch

Ballot Dates Announced For The Pacific Access And Samoan Visa Categories

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

Resumption Of Four Working Holiday Schemes

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

New Sector Details For The Accredited Employer Work Visa Category

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

Changes To The Working Holiday Visa Scheme

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

Three New Residence Categories Announced

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

New Visa Category To Replace Investor Visas

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

Significant updates to New Zealand immigration settings

New Zealand Immigration

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Cavell Leitch

Lifting Of Border Exemption Requirements Late July 2022

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

Immigration Fees Increased For Most Visa Categories

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

Pre-Departure Test Requirements Removed

New Zealand Immigration

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Envoy Global, Inc.

Health Requirements Reduced For Visa Applicants From Certain Countries

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