On 9 July 2025, the entire Pacific Legal team attended an evening with Hon. Erica Stanford, the Minister of Immigration. This event was hosted by The Law Association of New Zealand at the JW Marriott Hotel. Richard is a member of the Association’s Immigration and Refugee Law Committee. It was a pleasure to mix with […]
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The Government is introducing a Parent Boost Visitor Visa, to allow parents of New Zealand citizens and residents to stay in New Zealand for up to 5 years. Detailed Instructions are yet to come but basic details have been shared. Eligibility Requirements To be eligible, applicants must: Have an eligible New Zealand resident or citizen
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On 5 March Immigration New Zealand released more details about the new Growth and Balanced Investment categories effective from 1 April 2025. The final instructions are still pending but we now have a fairly full picture. There are exciting changes. For an overview see here. New investment categories Growth and Balanced Two simplified investment categories
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Just updating our February 2025 blog On March 10, 2025, New Zealand introduced major changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) simplifying any requirements. Employers and employees on existing AEWV visas need to comply with current requirement unless and until the visa is varied. Median Wage removed Under the AEWV and Specific Purpose Work
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We’re thrilled to have participated as a firm in the Round the Bays 2025 event! It was an amazing experience to come together as a team, proudly sporting our firm shirts while supporting a cause that matters. Not only did we have fun on the day, but we were also able to contribute to important
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Permanent Residence Permanent residence is usually the next step after you became a resident. Obtaining permanent residence means your travel conditions will become indefinite, you can live and work in New Zealand indefinitely. To be eligible for a permanent resident visa, a person normally must: Demonstrate a commitment to New Zealand by meeting one of
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On 17 December 2024 Immigration Minister Hon Erica Stanford announced some major changes. From 27 January Accredited employers and Work Visa holders will no longer need to complete the Employment New Zealand online modules. Previously these could be audited when it came to renewing employer accreditation. This will come as welcome news. However there are still
We are frequently asked if clients can work remotely on a temporary visa in New Zealand. This is an increasingly popular option which offers the lifestyle advantages of New Zealand without losing overseas income. However there are some important factors to consider. The basic rule Immigration New Zealand’s definition of “work” is any activity undertaken in New
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Entrepreneur Visa: Worth a second look for U.S.and other applicants? The Entrepreneur Visa allows applicants with NZD 100,000 – 500,000 to invest in a profitable business for an eventual pathway to residence. This pathway to residence has been called, the “Cinderella” policy of business instructions. What is shown on the Immigration New Zealand website is
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Pacific Legal Investor and business client update December 2024 Our last regular on-line meeting with Immigration New Zealand’s Business Team management for 2024 was on 5 December. There are challenges particularly with categories that require manual processing. We have strong ongoing relationships with Business Team management. We have been able to see exceptions and workarounds for
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