Open work rights return for partners of work visa holders

Immigration New Zealand has just announced new work rights for partners of some work visa holders – great news for many migrant families. From 2 December 2024, partners of many work visa holders will regain open work rights in New Zealand. Open work rights allow...

14 September 2023 – Higher median wage to apply from February 2024

Starting from February 2024, a revised median wage of NZD $31.61 per hour will be integrated into the immigration system. Various visa categories, such as work and skilled residence visas, use wage thresholds or criteria linked to this median wage. This adjustment in...

1 March 2023 – Changes coming for partners of work visa holders

INZ have warned us since mid-2022 that changes were coming for partners of work visa holders.  We have now received clarity from the government on what those changes will look like and take place from 31 May 2023. The key changes are: Partners of work visa holders...