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Sep 24 2025

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New Zealand introduces new residency pathways for some migrants – Here’s all you need to know

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New Zealand introduces two new skilled migrant residency pathways from 2026 to boost workforce, support businesses, and grow the economy.

Sep 24 2025

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‘Unfocused immigration’: NZ First breaks with Govt over new residency pathways

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New Zealand First is invoking the rarely-used “agree to disagree” clause in its coalition agreement over two new pathways to residency the Government is to …

Sep 23 2025

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The Immigration Minister’s responding to New Zealand First’s concerns about migrant visa changes

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Two new pathways to residence have been announced for skilled migrants – under a work experience or trades and technicians route. NZ First’s invoked a rare agree to disagree clause...

Sep 23 2025

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NZ First Stands Firm on Skilled Migrant Visa Changes

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New Zealand First has invoked the ‘agree to disagree’ clause in relation to the government’s announcement that will change current migrant work visa …

Sep 20 2025

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Immigration NZ Introduces New Online Student Visa System

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All international student visa applications are now being processed through Immigration New Zealand’s upgraded Immigration Online platform …

Sep 19 2025

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Adopting from India? New Zealand’s new rules could affect your child’s visa

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New Zealand will no longer recognise most overseas adoptions for visa and citizenship, with India exempt only through CARA-approved cases …

Sep 15 2025

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International students compelled to apply for visas online

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Immigration New Zealand will require all international students to apply for their visas online from 18 September.

Sep 06 2025

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Why New Zealand Is Relaxing Its Property Rules for Rich Foreigners

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In April, New Zealand’s government found itself in a bind. It had just relaunched its golden visa program, offering wealthy foreigners residency in exchange for a minimum NZ$5 million ($3...

Sep 06 2025

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New Zealand Tightens Police Clearance Rules For Indian Visa Applicants

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Those planning to travel to New Zealand should keep this update in mind while beginning the visa application process. Passport offices tend to take time to issue the clearance certificate.

Sep 04 2025

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Immigration New Zealand Releases 2025 Estimate Of Number Of People Who Have Overstayed Their Visa

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Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has today released its updated estimate of the number of people currently in New Zealand who have overstayed their visa. The latest estimate shows that as...