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Jul 02 2026

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New Zealand announces at-home OET no longer valid for visa and residency

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The Occupational English Test is accepted by healthcare regulators, educational institutions and visa and immigration services worldwide.

Jul 02 2026

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New Zealand urges international students to apply for visas at least three months before travel

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New Zealand is urging international students to apply for visas at least three months ahead of their travel plans due to a 20% surge in applications and extended processing for...

Jun 27 2026

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New Zealand announces immigration changes for skilled foreign workers, introduces two new residence pathways

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Immigration New Zealand has announced final details of changes to the Skilled Migrant Category, covering wage thresholds, qualification requirements, and work experience rules.

Jun 19 2026

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New Zealand finalises skilled migrant visa changes ahead of August rollout

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New Zealand is updating its skilled migrant and work-to-residence visa programs. New rules begin August 24, 2026. Wage thresholds are simplified for applicants. Qualification requirements are …

Jun 18 2026

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New Zealand cracks down on visa breaches, flags nearly 100 migrants in major immigration compliance operation

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New Zealand authorities have launched a major operation targeting immigration violations. Ninety-eight migrants were identified for breaching visa conditions. This crackdown aims to protect the …

Jun 11 2026

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New Zealand announces new work visa opportunities for international graduates, outlines conditions

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New Zealand introduces a six-month Short-Term Graduate Work Visa for foreign graduates, enabling job searches post-study while expanding Post Study Work Visa access.

Jun 10 2026

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New Zealand introduces 6-month short-term graduate work visa

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New Zealand has announced a new six-month short-term graduate work visa, granting foreign students open work rights after …

Jun 10 2026

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Find out more as New Zealand announces new work visa options, Nigerians to benefit

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New Zealand introduces a six-month post-study work visa from November 2026 with strict eligibility rules, limited stay, and no extensions or dependents allowed.

Jun 09 2026

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New Zealand confirms November rollout of graduate work visa

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The new six-month visa and expanded post-study work rights for some graduate diploma holders will take effect from November 16 under New Zealand’s wider international education growth strategy.

Jun 09 2026

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New Zealand introduces stricter English language rules for Accredited Employer work visa

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An Accredited Employer Work Visa allows foreigners to work in New Zealand for an accredited employer who has offered you at least 30 hours of work a week.