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We produce a quarterly newsletter featuring topics relevant to anyone with an interest in immigration.
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2021 Resident Visa – limited opportunity!
Applications for this one-off Resident Visa are now open to anyone who qualifies. A quick reminder of a person’s eligibility: Were in NZ...
Mar 6, 20221 min read
MIQ gone! Border reopens......slowly
MIQ is now only required for people arriving in NZ who are not vaccinated. The requirement to self-isolate after arrival has gone (unless...
Mar 6, 20222 min read
Recruiting skills from offshore? Get in fast!
A limited window for employers is about to open. This will help your business secure “skilled workers” from overseas without having to...
Mar 6, 20221 min read
Immigration challenges businesses face in 2022
2021 delivered a year of rolling change and challenges in the immigration space. We expect the theme of 2022 to be no different. There...
Dec 16, 20212 min read
Keep your team up to date
We have produced a short video highlighting immigration tips relevant to your business. You would be amazed how many people have an...
Dec 16, 20211 min read
The end to MIQ is in sight
The government just announced its plan to reconnect with the world by removing mandatory MIQ on arrival for many. Those who are fully...
Nov 24, 20212 min read
Workforce planning - 2022
No doubt many businesses are thinking and planning for what staffing needs they may have in 2022. On the immigration front there are a...
Nov 24, 20212 min read
2021 Resident Visa
The first wave of applicants can apply from 1 December 2021. Around 16,000 applications are expected in this first wave. The second wave...
Nov 24, 20211 min read
Top tips for employers
There is always plenty to think about in business. Immigration is now a key consideration for employers when it comes to their migrant...
Nov 24, 20212 min read
Mandatory vaccination required for international travellers
From 1 November 2021 anyone who is not a NZ citizen must be fully vaccinated (unless exempt) before travelling to New Zealand. Fully...
Oct 28, 20211 min read
2021 Resident Visa - new opportunity
Some of your migrant workforce may qualify for this new visa. It is a pathway for certain work visa holders to qualify for residence of...
Oct 28, 20211 min read
Employer Accreditation – what’s the latest?
Applications for employer accreditation closed at the end of June 2021. Applications lodged before the closure date are still being...
Oct 28, 20212 min read
Greenlight for a selection of your migrant workforce!
Today the government announced a pathway to residence for migrant workers who are living and working in New Zealand. At long last, your...
Sep 30, 20212 min read
Work Visas – busting the myths
There are multiple opinions, theories, bad experiences, and rumours swirling through various media platforms adding confusion for...
Aug 26, 20212 min read
Immigration – more compliance for business
Immigration has joined the growing list of compliance requirements for business. It now sits right alongside health and safety,...
Aug 26, 20211 min read
Migrant workforce want to be residents
Business is facing massive skill shortages across most industries. The closed border is forcing employers to find staff locally but so...
Jul 22, 20211 min read
Offshore recruitment still possible
Employers need skilled workers but where are they? Unemployment remains at a record low. Australian employers are starting to poach local...
Jul 22, 20211 min read
Some relief for employers to maintain workforce
The government has moved the introduction of the new employer accreditation process across to mid-2022. At the same time, the Minister of...
Jul 22, 20211 min read
Median wage increase confirmed
The government has now confirmed the median wage will increase to $27 per hour from Monday, 19 July 2021. This impacts Work Visa...
Jun 18, 20212 min read
Is your business accredited?
If you are already an accredited employer there is a deadline of 31 October 2021 to move staff (paid $79,560 or more per annum) onto Work...
Jun 18, 20211 min read
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