Month: November 2021

Nov 26 2021

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New Zealand border reopening: Your questions answered

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This week’s announcement triggered a flood of reader queries. If you were left scratching your head, we hope this Q&A helps.

Nov 26 2021

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Judge orders New Zealand man who had visa revoked by Peter Dutton to be freed from detention

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Federal court rules the former home affairs minister failed to consider Shayne Montgomery’s claim of Aboriginality …

Nov 26 2021

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Who is an eligible traveller for New Zealand’s 2022 travel opening?

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When the pandemic hit, this reputation was only strengthened as New Zealand became infamous for having some of the strictest borders measures in the world. It makes sense then, that...

Nov 26 2021

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COVID-19: Auckland Buddhist temple goes eight months without a monk after INZ application rejected

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A Buddhist temple has gone eight months without a monk after efforts to get a replacement were thwarted by Immigration New Zealand (INZ). The Auckland Centre for Buddhist Learning says...

Nov 26 2021

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Do I Need A Visa For Malaysia From New Zealand?

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For Malaysian and Bruneian passport holders, visa-free entry is available upon presentation of sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay. You must hold a passport valid for three months...

Nov 25 2021

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Who is an eligible traveller for New Zealand’s 2022 travel opening?

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When the pandemic hit, this reputation was only strengthened as New Zealand became infamous for having some of the strictest borders measures in the world. It makes sense then, that...

Nov 25 2021

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NZSIS’ advisory role on immigration security risks to be clarified

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The Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security has recommended improvements to New Zealand’s approach to screening visa applications for security risk.

Nov 25 2021

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Security Intelligence Service admits ‘significant failings’ in Immigration advice

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A review has found several issues in advice submitted to Immigration, such as confusing information and overreaching advice.

Nov 25 2021

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Judge orders New Zealand man who had visa revoked by Peter Dutton to be freed from detention

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Federal court rules the former home affairs minister failed to consider Shayne Montgomery’s claim of Aboriginality …

Nov 25 2021

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Return to New Zealand: November 2021 updates for international students

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Recent news of Auckland’s plans to lift its border restrictions, quarantine-free travel for low-risk countries and the previous announcement that 1,000 international students will return to New …