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Some important immigration law and policy updates:  January 2024

Immigration Policy /

Some important immigration law and policy updates:  January 2024 Permanent resident visas must now be applied for online. Given the expected influx of applications from holders of 2021 resident visas, INZ has moved applications for permanent resident visas, second or subsequent resident visas and variations to travel conditions online.  Visa schemes with their own permanent […]

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Second Migrant Exploitation Protection Visa

Migrants, Work Visas /

INZ are actively focused on preventing migrant exploitation and sanctioning employers who are found to have exploited workers.    From 24 October 2023, persons holding Migrant Exploitation Protection Visas (“MEPVs”) who have not found suitable employment can apply for a second MEPV provided they meet the following requirements: There is no application fee.  If successful, the

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Accredited Employer Work Visas – no more trial periods

Work Visas /

From 29 October 2023, 90-day (or shorter) trial periods cannot be included in employment agreements for migrants seeking Accredited Employer Work Visas (“AEWVs”).  Trial periods can still be used for workers being employed on other work visas eg. partnership-based open work visas and post study work visas. During the 90-day (or less) trial period, either party

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