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 to inform legal minds and corporate decision-makers alike
Authored by Simon Laurent of Laurent Law Barristers & Solicitors, the New Zealand chapter provides an expert Q&A breakdown of the country’s rapidly evolving corporate immigration framework
Key Insights from the New Zealand Chapter:
Major Policy Changes: Stay ahead of New Zealand’s transition to the National Occupation List (NOL), updates to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) system, and the roll-out of new mid-2026 pathways to Skilled Migrant Residence
Remote Work & Digital Nomads: Understand the legal parameters of the “digital nomad” allowance under standard Visitor Visas
Compliance & Enforcement: Review the strict rules surrounding illegal working, employer accreditations, and the tightening regime of infringement penalties
Comprehensive Q&A Coverage: Get clear answers on business visitor parameters, intra-company transfers, new hire work permits, dependants, and permanent residency rules
About the Contributing Expert: Simon Laurent is a leading authority in New Zealand immigration law and the current Chairman of the New Zealand Association of Migration and Investment (NZAMI)
. His firm, Laurent Law, has been a trusted specialist in navigating complex immigration and residency cases in Auckland since 2003 .