India-New Zealand Trade Agreement Adds Visa Pathways
On October 20, 2026, the India-New Zealand Trade Agreement (FTA) entered into force. The FTA includes two new Temporary Employment Entry (TEE) visa categories, expanded
Read More »New Zealand Simplifies RSE Accommodation Standards
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced that accommodation standards for the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme are being simplified. In 2027, 47 existing
Read More »New Zealand Starts Hybrid Parent Visa EOI Selection
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced that, effective October 5, 2026, all valid Parent Resident Visa expressions of interest (EOIs) have moved into a single pool under
Read More »New Zealand Updates Partnership Visa Age Rules
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced that, from September 25, 2026, new age and evidence requirements will apply to dedicated partnership-based visa categories. Both
Read More »New Zealand Updates Active Investor Plus Visa Fund Requirements
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced that changes to managed funds and direct investment offerings under the Active Investor Plus (AIP) Visa will come into effect on
Read More »New Zealand Expands Post-Study Work Visa Eligibility
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced the extension of Post-Study Work Visa eligibility. From Monday, November 16, 2026, eligibility for a Post-Study Work Visa will be
Read More »New Zealand Launches Short-Term Graduate Work Visa
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced the introduction of a new Short-Term Graduate Work Visa. Eligible international graduates who have completed study or are
Read More »New Zealand Adds Build to Rent option to Active Investor Plus Visa
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced that eligible Build to Rent developments will become an acceptable investment option under the Growth category of the Active
Read More »New Zealand Visa Application Center to Open in Tonga
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced that a new Visa Application Center (VAC) will open in Nuku’alofa, Tonga, on September 14, 2026, making it easier for customers
Read More »New Zealand Moves Group Visitor Visa Applications Online
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced that, effective August 24, 2026, Group and Tour Escort visitor visa applications have now moved to INZ’s enhanced Immigration
Read More »New Zealand Updates Active Investor Plus Visa Rules
On August 12, 2026, Immigration New Zealand announced changes to the Active Investor Plus Visa, effective immediately. The changes are as follows: Borrowed funds must come
Read More »New Zealand Announces Visitor Visa Form Changes
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced that, effective September 24, 2026, new applications for most visitor visas will be available exclusively through INZ’s enhanced
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