NZ Immigration Law Updates & News | Surani Associates Auckland

Recent updates from Immigration New Zealand (INZ) have brought significant changes to skilled residence applications and work visa policies. Here's what you need to know:

Learn about temporary exemptions to AEWV skills requirements for specific roles and sectors, and understand the strict rules for triangular employment arrangements in New Zealand.

Learn crucial tips for selecting the right ANZSCO occupation in Job Check applications and discover new part-time work rights for migrant school leavers awaiting residence decisions.

Significant visa fee increases across most migrant categories from 1 October 2024. Learn about the changes, potential impacts, and how Surani Associates can help navigate these new challenges.

Stay informed about crucial changes to visitor visa durations, AEWV processing, and visa escalation procedures. Learn how these updates impact your immigration journey in New Zealand.

Discover pathways to residence for dairy farm workers, partner visa options for AEWV holders, and clarification on work rights and healthcare access for temporary visa holders in New Zealand.

INZ announces temporary exemptions for onshore AEWV applicants in dairy farm roles, waiving minimum skills, qualification, and English language requirements. Priority processing extended until September.

Learn about INZ's approach to visitor visas for AEWV holders' families and the visa escalation process. Discover key insights to enhance your visa application strategy and increase success rates.

INZ clarifies acceptance of provisional registration for Green List occupations. Learn about the conditions under which provisional registration or membership can meet Green List requirements.

INZ clarifies that Partner of a Worker visa holders with conditions to work only for accredited employers cannot work remotely for overseas companies while in New Zealand.

INZ releases new guidelines to prevent visa applicants from becoming unlawful while awaiting decisions. Learn about the empathetic approach and options available for affected applicants.

INZ addresses issues for partners and dependents not included in 2021 Resident Visa applications. Learn about the new process for Permanent Resident Visa applications in these cases.