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New Zealand Resident Visa Health Changes: Hepatitis B and C no longer automatically high-cost conditions
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...
Ways ‘human rights’ Conventions can be relevant in immigration decision-making
'Human rights' are words sometimes loosely referred to in the context of different types of decision making which can affect a person. Often the phrase is inaccurately applied, or there is a misunderstanding as to what it means. I will discuss the topic a bit here and...
Success Story: How transparency and professional guidance led to Active Investor Plus Residence success
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 of both...
Ways a pathway to Residence can go wrong
Residence usually needs to be achieved within a reasonable time period Policy settings make it important that a Visa applicant achieves the grant of a Residence Visa within a reasonable time period. This is because Temporary Visas usually do not continue forever. An...
The International Comparative Legal Guides – Corporate Immigration 2026 (13th Edition)
Navigating the complexities of global talent mobility has never been more critical. We are pleased to feature Chapter 18 of the International Comparative Legal Guides (ICLG) – Corporate Immigration 2026, offering an in-depth, practical cross-border resource designed...
What the latest immigration changes mean for Employers, Students and Investors
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...