by Simon Laurent, Lawyer | Feb 10, 2025 | Blog |
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... by Sahar Shamia, Senior Solicitor | Feb 5, 2025 | Blog |
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... by James Turner, Senior Solicitor | Dec 12, 2024 | Blog |
This video is an update on a previous one. James Turner is approaching the topic from a different angle. Immigration rules and policies change often and it’s important to stay up to date with requirements. He covers Accredited Employer Work Visas, Straight to... by James Turner, Senior Solicitor | Nov 13, 2024 | Blog |
In August this year, I published a vlog describing New Zealand Visa options for US citizens, with reference to some of the discussions we have had with US citizens in recent times. You can watch the video on Youtube here. After the recent elections, New Zealand is... by Simon Laurent, Lawyer | Oct 24, 2024 | Blog |
I recently took up the role of Chairman of the New Zealand Association for Migration and Investment, the longest-running industry association for NZ migration professionals. Among other things, NZAMI advocates on matters of importance to immigration lawyers and...