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NZ Visas – the Changing Scene
We have seen a lot of new things in the immigration space in the last few years. As 2024 drew to a close I thought (and hoped) that things might quiet down for a while. The opposite is the case. Active Investor Plus Residence We have reported on this in some detail in...
New Zealand Residence Appeals
James Turner is a Senior Solicitor at Laurent Law Barristers and Solicitors. His latest video blog is all about Residence Appeals to the Immigration and Protection Tribunal.
The Consequences of not complying with your work visa conditions
Complying with the conditions of your Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) is crucial to maintaining your legal status in New Zealand. Recently, we have observed an increase in cases where Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has taken action against individuals for...
New Opportunities for NZ Investor Residence
Yesterday, as Chairman of NZAMI, I attended the Prime Minister's announcement of the overhaul of the Active Investor Residence programme. There is general agreement in the industry that this is a positive move, and it will probably revive what the Minister of...
When Can I Apply for New Zealand Citizenship as a Resident?
One of the most common questions migrants ask after securing their New Zealand resident visa is: When can I become a New Zealand citizen? While obtaining a resident visa is a significant milestone, it’s just the first step toward citizenship. Before applying for...
New Year, New Work Visa Policies
Just before Christmas, the Immigration Minister unveiled a set of significant tweaks to the rules for Accredited Employer Work Visas (AEWVs). Some of this looks a bit technical, but it will make a real-world difference both to migrants and to their employers if it is...