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Oct 19 2024

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Government removes ability to extend Migration Exploitation Protection Work Visa

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Exploited workers will no longer be able to extend a migrant exploitation protection work visa once its six-month term expires from 31 October.

Oct 18 2024

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NZ tightens migrant visa to curb exploitation

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The New Zealand Government is tightening the Migrant Exploitation Protection Work Visa (MEPV) to better protect migrants and reduce the risk of exploitation. Immigration Minister Erica Stanford …

Oct 18 2024

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Govt Tightens Migrant Exploitation Protection Work Visa to Curb Exploitation

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“New Zealand is known as a safe and fair place to work, but we are not immune to migrant exploitation. This is unacceptable,” said Minister Stanford.

Oct 17 2024

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Changes To Migrant Exploitation Protection Work Visa

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The Government is continuing to stabilise the immigration system by tightening the Migrant Exploitation Protection Work Visa (MEPV). “Despite New Zealand being internationally regarded as a safe, …

Oct 17 2024

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Migrant Exploitation Visa Protections Updated

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The Government is continuing to stabilise the immigration system by tightening the Migrant Exploitation Protection Work Visa (MEPV).”Despite New …

Oct 10 2024

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Upgrade to New Zealand’s immigration system postponed

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A key improvement to New Zealand’s immigration identity system, known as the Biometric Capability Upgrade (BCU), will be delayed for six months.

Oct 10 2024

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Visa processing delays stressing businesses ahead of busy summer: Hospitality NZ

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Delays in visa processing across New Zealand are causing operational, financial, and mental stress for businesses ahead of the upcoming summer season, according to Hospitality NZ.

Oct 08 2024

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Visa Processing Delays Pressure Hospitality And Tourism Sectors

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Visitor visa delays are also threatening to impact on New Zealand’s appeal as a destination. Although the average processing time is three weeks, delays from key markets like India are...

Oct 06 2024

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Is New Zealand risking its appeal for students by raising visa fees?

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New Zealand’s recent decision to significantly increase visa fees, effective October 1, has sparked concern among international student communities. The fee hike impacts all international students …

Oct 05 2024

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New Zealand Increases Student, Work, And Tourist Visa Fees By Nearly 60% Starting October

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The New Zealand government has announced an increase in visa fees across all categories, effective from October 1. This will impact Indian applicants seeking work, visit or study visas. Immigration...