by Sahar Shamia, Senior Solicitor | Sep 9, 2026 | Blog |
From 3 August 2026, INZ removed hepatitis B and hepatitis C from the high-cost health conditions list used when assessing whether resident visa applicants meet New Zealand’s acceptable standard of health requirements. This is an important change for people with...
by Sahar Shamia, Senior Solicitor | Jul 30, 2026 | Blog |
From initial consultation to residence approval: why preparation matters? Applying under New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus (AIP) Visa is more than meeting an investment threshold. It requires careful planning, thorough documentation, and a clear understanding...
by Sahar Shamia, Senior Solicitor | Jun 16, 2026 | Blog |
New Zealand’s immigration landscape continues to evolve in 2026, with several changes affecting work visas, international students and investors. These updates aim to strengthen workforce quality, improve migrant integration and attract investment that supports...
by Sahar Shamia, Senior Solicitor | Apr 30, 2026 | Blog |
New Zealand employers hiring migrant workers under the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme need to be increasingly vigilant. Recent trends show that Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is taking a stricter approach to compliance, with even minor or unintentional...
by Sahar Shamia, Senior Solicitor | Mar 11, 2026 | Blog |
The New Zealand Government has released further details about upcoming changes to the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC). These changes, first announced in September 2025, will introduce two new pathways to residence and update several key requirements. The new settings...
