by Sahar Shamia, Senior Solicitor | Aug 20, 2020 | Citizenship, Immigration Appeals, Immigration Industry, Immigration Problems, Immigration Visas |
As we know, the New Zealand border is currently closed to almost all travellers to help stop the spread of COVID-19. There are some exemptions to the closure: If you qualify as someone to whom the border closure does not apply; Immigration NZ consider that you have a... by James Turner, Senior Solicitor | Aug 6, 2020 | Citizenship, Immigration Appeals, Immigration Industry, Immigration Problems, Immigration Visas, Politics |
New Zealand will hold a General Election on 19 September 2020 and the date is approaching fast. Political parties are positioning themselves in order to win votes, including on the issue of immigration. The New Zealand First party says it will cap immigration numbers... 
by Simon Laurent, Principal, Laurent Law Barristers & Solicitors, Auckland | Jul 23, 2020 | Citizenship, Immigration Appeals, Immigration Industry, Immigration Problems, Immigration Visas, Practice of Law |
Among all the noise about the NZ border closure, the separation of families, and the difficulties in getting into the country, some dramatic changes to Work Visa settings have sneaked up on us. One Threshold to Rule Them All Since August 2017, employer-assisted Work... by Sahar Shamia, Senior Solicitor | Jul 9, 2020 | Citizenship, Immigration Appeals, Immigration Industry, Immigration Problems, Immigration Visas, Practice of Law |
There are various reasons why parents or caregivers cannot renew their visas. As a result, they have become unlawful in New Zealand, and their children become unlawful as well. We have come across situations where parents’ visas have expired because they are unable to... by James Turner, Senior Solicitor | Jun 23, 2020 | Citizenship, Immigration Appeals, Immigration Industry, Immigration Problems, Immigration Visas, Practice of Law |
New Zealand is a popular study destination for many. New Zealand education providers generally have a good reputation and offer a quality learning experience. Attractive weather and lifestyle in New Zealand contributes to an enjoyable student environment and often... 
by Sahar Shamia, Senior Solicitor | May 28, 2020 | Citizenship, Immigration Appeals, Immigration Industry, Immigration Problems, Immigration Visas, Practice of Law |
Covid-19, no doubt, has significantly impacted many sectors of the New Zealand economy because of the border closures and travel restrictions. What does this mean for the New Zealand employer, and how will Immigration New Zealand (“INZ”) approach Essential Work Visa...