Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced important updates to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) programme, following the July 2025 update to the National Occupation List (NOL). These changes are designed to ensure that workers in newly recognised,...
The new Parent Boost Visitor Visa is an exciting opportunity for parents to visit their children in New Zealand for significantly longer periods than previously allowed. Our initial blog of 9th June set out several details. This blog lists some key further...
The New Zealand Government has confirmed the closure of the Entrepreneur Work Visa, replacing it with a simpler and more direct Business Investor Visa. This new visa is designed for those looking to invest in existing New Zealand businesses, offering two clear...
Greenstone Immigration has been in close contact with Immigration New Zealand, and we now have formal confirmation that the residence pathway for dairy farming roles on the Green List can be as short as three years. Eligibility Overview To qualify for this green...
The New Zealand Government is launching two new seasonal work visas in December 2025 to help meet demand during busy times of the year. These visas will replace the existing Specific Purpose or Event work visa that was introduced as a temporary measure. Employers must...
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced that specific degrees from select Indian and Sri Lankan institutions will soon be added to the List of Qualifications Exempt from Assessment (LQEA). These changes will take effect from 23 June 2025. The LQEA is a list of...
From 18 August 2025, Immigration New Zealand will increase the wage thresholds for several skilled residence visa categories. This is part of their regular updates to ensure immigration settings reflect the latest job market conditions. What’s Changing? The new wage...
The New Zealand Government has announced 2 important immigration changes, both coming into effect on 18 August 2025: 1) More skilled trades added to the Green List We welcome the announcement that the following 10 skilled trades occupations will be added to the Green...
Over the weekend, the New Zealand Government confirmed the launch of the long-anticipated Parent Boost visitor visa, welcome news for many migrant families. This is a longer-term, multiple entry visitor visa aimed at parents of New Zealand citizens or residents. It...
From 17 March 2025, Immigration New Zealand is changing the health screening rules for dependent children of temporary visa holders. These changes apply to children applying for student and visitor visas as dependents of work, student, or military visa holders. Key...
Great news for educators! From 26 March 2025, primary school teachers will be moved from the “Work to Residence” pathway to the “Straight to Residence” pathway under Immigration New Zealand’s Green List. This means eligible teachers can now...
The New Zealand Government has announced significant changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme, making it easier for businesses to hire skilled migrant workers. These updates, effective 10 March 2025, focus on wage requirements, visa durations, and...
