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New Zealand Parent Resident Visa applicants receive estimated selection dates under the queue system

New Zealand has released a new system that allows applicants to monitor their position in the Parent Resident Visa queue. The Immigration New Zealand agency is employing a mixed selection method, which includes both queue selection and ballot draws. Estimated dates for selections are provided, though they can change quarterly.

The Economic Times · Nov 1

New Zealand updates student visa regulations, reducing research students' work rights significantly

New Zealand has revised its student visa regulations to enhance work rights and English proficiency assessments. The changes will align master's-by-research students with other master's students regarding work limits. Visa processing will also be suspended in more circumstances to ensure compliance with educational standards. Additionally, students will have an extended…

The Economic Times · Oct 27

New Zealand court rules employers charging migrant workers overseas job fees is illegal

The Employment Court of New Zealand has made a clear decision that charging fees to migrant workers seeking employment is illegal, and this rule applies internationally. Migrant workers are encouraged to report any fee demands for job opportunities to Immigration New Zealand. Employers must adapt their recruitment methods to conform…

The Economic Times · Oct 21

New Zealand expands Pathway Student Visa from July 20; more flexibility for international students

New Zealand will update its Pathway Student Visa rules starting July twentieth. Eligible students can now switch academic disciplines without a new visa application. The visa will also cover a wider range of study pathways and lower qualifications. International students will receive more time for English language study before their…

The Economic Times · Jul 11

New Zealand to shift Group, Tour Escort visitor visa applications to enhanced online system from August 24

New Zealand will transition visitor visa applications to an enhanced online system. This move is part of a broader initiative to modernize immigration services. The updated platform aims for greater efficiency and improved applicant experiences. Additional testing ensures the system's stability before the August 2026 launch. Several visa categories have…

The Economic Times · Jul 7

New Zealand urges international students to apply for visas at least three months before travel

New Zealand is urging international students to apply for visas at least three months ahead of their travel plans due to a 20% surge in applications and extended processing for complex cases. Students submitting late may miss their July intake. Immigration New Zealand emphasizes complete applications and advises those awaiting…

The Economic Times · Jul 1

New Zealand warns missing police certificates could lead to student, temporary visa refusals

New Zealand now mandates police certificates for temporary visa applicants, including students. Applications lacking this crucial document risk immediate decline, with no requests for missing files. Exceptions exist for Fiji, Hong Kong, and Israel where certificates are sent directly. Applicants are strongly advised to secure these certificates early to prevent…

The Economic Times · Jul 1

New Zealand to end at-home Occupational English Test for immigration applications from July 13

New Zealand immigration will no longer accept at-home Occupational English Test (OET) results from July 13, 2026. Applicants must now complete the entire OET in person at supervised centres to ensure fairness and protect the system's integrity. Existing at-home scores taken before the deadline remain valid. This change specifically targets…

The Economic Times · Jun 29

New Zealand student visa delays worsen for Indians as processing times jump

Indian students eyeing New Zealand education now face significantly longer visa waits, with processing times nearly doubling compared to last year. Despite these delays, approval rates have seen a positive uptick. Immigration New Zealand cites increased application volumes and complexity for the extended processing, while reaffirming India's importance as a…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

Indian woman facing deportation granted residency in New Zealand after husband's previous sponsorship of two former partners

An Indian woman has been granted residency in New Zealand after a tribunal found her case involved exceptional humanitarian circumstances. She had become unlawfully present in the country following an immigration complication linked to her husband's past sponsorship of two former partners.

The Times of India · Jun 21