From May 2024, secondary school teachers move to the Straight to Residence pathway on the Green List of in-demand roles. […]
2024 Pacific Access Category and Samoan Quota ballot results
These are the successful registrations for the 2024 Pacific Access Category and Samoan Quota ballot. 2 August 2024 2 minute […]
Transit Visas moving online and changes to transit requirements for Fijian nationals
From 12 August 2024, travellers requiring a Transit Visa for New Zealand can apply online using the Enhanced Immigration Online […]
FIFA Women’s World Cup – spectators encouraged to apply for a Visitor Visa early
INZ encourages spectators travelling to New Zealand in July and August 2023 for the FIFA Women’s World Cup to apply […]
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
Today we mark the 10th World Day Against Trafficking in Persons and share our mahi to prevent this complex and […]
Manawatū and Waimakariri District Councils make New Zealand more welcoming
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is delighted to confirm Manawatū and Waimakariri District Councils have joined the Welcoming Communities settlement programme. […]
Transport sector agreement finalised and Green List changes confirmed
The Minister of Immigration and Transport finalises the transport sector agreement and adds occupations to the Green List. The Minister […]
Changes to Partner of a Worker Work Visa confirmed
From 31 May 2023, partners of Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) and Essential Skills Work Visa (ESWV) holders who apply […]
Pacific Access Category and Samoan Quota draw takes place on 24 July 2024
The ballots for the Pacific Access Category (PAC) and Samoan Quota (SQ) to select who will be invited to apply […]
Requesting a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority
Information about requesting a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA). The New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) is for individuals […]