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Oct 02 2021

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Paper-based visa applications stalled by Immigration New Zealand

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Nearly 13,000 key residence visa applications are among the mountains of paper-only files at New Zealand for which processing is at a virtual stand-still in the current upper alert levels...

Oct 02 2021

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One-off visas offer ‘pleasant surprise’ in Canterbury

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The introduction of a one-off resident visa in response to migrant concerns has been positively received in Canterbury, albeit unexpectedly. Immigration Minister Kris Faafoi unveiled a one-off 2021 …

Oct 02 2021

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Can our ‘trashed’ immigration reputation still be repaired?

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The Government’s “better late than never” change of heart to offer more pathways to residency is the first step to making Aotearoa attractive to migrants, critics say.

Oct 01 2021

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Residency Visa “a Surprise – But A Welcome One” – Canterbury Chamber

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Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Leeann Watson says yesterday’s immigration announcement was a clear signal that addressing skills shortages is being prioritised by Government …

Oct 01 2021

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New Zealand Offers One-Off Resident Visa to 165,000 Migrants

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New Zealand will offer a one-off resident visa to as many as 165,000 migrants after delays in processing residency applications during the Covid-19 pandemic threatened an exodus of skilled foreign...

Oct 01 2021

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Paper-based visa applications stalled by Immigration New Zealand

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Nearly 13,000 key residence visa applications are among the mountains of paper-only files at New Zealand for which processing is at a virtual stand-still in the current upper alert levels...

Oct 01 2021

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Changes To Visas To Help Many, But Devil In Detail

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Some critical purpose visa holders arriving in New Zealand between 30 September 2021 and 31 July 2022 on long-term visas may also be eligible for this new visa. Partners and...

Oct 01 2021

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Immigration lawyer on 2021 residency visa

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The 2021 Residency Visa programme marks a major step to offer certainty to 165-thousand migrants living in the country. But there are migrant categories – such as students and partners...

Sep 30 2021

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Petition started to broaden eligibility for fast-tracked 2021 resident visa

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Rachel Swann fills almost every criterion for a successful applicant, but still has no clear path to residency because her visa type isn’t included.

Sep 30 2021

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New Zealand Offers One-Off Resident Visa to 165,000 Migrants

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New Zealand will offer a one-off resident visa to as many as 165,000 migrants after delays in processing residency applications during the Covid-19 pandemic threatened an exodus of skilled foreign...