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New Zealand Offers Longer Work Rights to International Students

New Zealand, effective 7 March 2025, has expanded work rights for international students. These changes aim to boost the country’s…

New Zealand Raises Income Requirement for Family Sponsorship Visas

New Zealand is raising income thresholds for family sponsorship visas, effective 10 October 2025, as announced by Immigration New Zealand…

New Zealand Plans Quicker Visa Process Starting March 2025

New Zealand will implement faster visa processing starting March 2025, aiming to streamline immigration procedures. This initiative is expected to…

New Zealand Opens 2025 Work Residency Pathways

New Zealand's updated work-based residency programs for 2025 are now open as of March 6, 2025. These changes aim to…

New Zealand Updates Accredited Employer Work Visa Rules Starting March 2025

New Zealand will update its Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) program on March 10, 2025, to address labor shortages and…

New Zealand Tourism Grows 12% in 2024, India and China Among Top Markets

New Zealand's tourism rebounded in 2024, with a 12% visitor increase to 3.3 million. India and China entered the top…

Indian Surnames Lead as Most Common Names for Kiwi Newborns in 2024

Indian surnames, particularly Singh and Kaur, dominate New Zealand's 2024 newborn registrations, reflecting growing diversity and immigration's impact. Singh leads…

New Zealand Revises Active Investor Plus Visa, Drops English Test

New Zealand will simplify its Active Investor Plus Visa by removing the English test, introducing a two-tier investment system (NZ$5M…