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Kiwi Immigration takes a behind-the-scenes look at the world of New Zealand Immigration law. Stay up to date with the recent changes.
INZ backlog and processing timeframes
Waiting for a decision on your visa application is stressful, this is why we would...
New NZQA assessment system
NZQA will be introducing the changes to their assessment system on Monday 10 February...
Border closed for visitors from China
In January 2020, Chinese authorities confirmed a new type of coronavirus which is spreading rapidly. The...
Pathway Student Visas stay permanently
The Pathway Student Visa pilot was introduced in December 2015 to enable international students to...
SMC salary minimum rises to $25.50 per hour
The remuneration thresholds are updated every year and are based on the New Zealand median...
Holiday break
Hello everyone! Please note that we will be closed for holidays from Monday, 23...
ANZSCO changes
Great news for some occupations - you may now qualify for residence. Bookkeepers, Personal Care Assistants, Teachers' Aides, Bank...
Parent category is back in 2020 with 106k+ salary requirement
Applications for the Parent Resident Visa will open again from February 2020 with new criteria...
The Silver Fern Job Search Work Visa will close permanently
Immigration New Zealand permanently closes the Silver Fern Job Search Work Visa from October 7,...
Changes to temporary work visas announced
Over the next 18 months, INZ will be bringing in changes that affect some employers...