New Zealand Immigration News

In the ninth draw of 2008, 777 applications representing a total of 1,768 people were selected.

In the seventh draw of 2008, 760 applications representing a total of 1,958 people were selected.

In the sixth draw of 2008, 766 applications representing a total of 1,897 people were selected.

In the fifth draw of 2008, 793 applications representing a total of 1,861 people were selected.

In the fourth draw of 2008, 818 applications representing a total of 1,756 people were selected.

In the third draw of 2008, 769 applications representing a total of 1,814 people were selected.

The United Kingdom was NZ’s most significant source country for population gain followed by India and the Philippines.

In the second draw of 2008, 773 applications representing a total of 1,730 people were selected.

Passengers travelling to New Zealand have the opportunity to fly with two of the world’s best airlines, it seems. Singapore Airlines has just been named Airline of the Year 2008 and Air New Zealand has won the Passenger Service Award from Air Transport World.

One of our members - Dave - reported a hilarious phone call with a member of Air New Zealand’s staff the other day. Dave had called Air New Zealand seeking information about moving cats from the UK to New Zealand.

In the first draw of 2008, 853 applications representing a total of 1,908 people were selected.

799 applications, representing a total of 1,685 people, were drawn in the latest EOI selection.

794 applications, representing a total of 1,564 people, were drawn in the latest EOI selection.

The New Zealand Government has announced that Skilled Migrant Category policy changes, which were due to come in force today, have now been postponed until 4 February 2008.

793 applications, representing a total of 1,821 people, were drawn in the latest EOI selection.

773 applications, representing a total of 1,790 people, were drawn in the latest EOI selection.

International students will find it easier to work in New Zealand and remain here as permanent migrants.

Customs rules are changing to allow duty-free import of goods by holders of work-permits and long-term business visas.

Immigration Minister David Cunliffe has announced a number of changes to sponsorship of parents, adult children and siblings in the family residence categories.

809 applications, representing a total of 1,931 people, were drawn in the latest EOI selection.

Migrants contributed $8.1 billion to New Zealand in income tax, GST and excise duties, far outweighing the $4.8 billion spent on their education, health and welfare.

806 applications, representing a total of 1,894 people, were drawn in the latest EOI selection.

777 applications, representing a total of 1,832 people, were drawn in the latest EOI selection.

791 applications, representing a total of 1,685 people, were drawn in the latest EOI selection.

An independent investigation has found no evidence to support allegations of corruption by Immigration officials.

724 applications, representing a total of 1,625 people, were drawn in the latest EOI selection.

783 applications, representing a total of 1,740 people, were drawn in the July 18 EOI selection.

Immigration applications received after July 30 will be charged higher fees.

760 applications, representing a total of 1,713 people, were drawn in the July 4 EOI selection.

As we forewarned last month, the government is to cut immigration numbers slightly in the coming year.

747 applications, representing a total of 1,617 people, were drawn in the June 20 EOI selection.

New Zealand’s government is looking into reducing immigration as a means of cooling the housing market.

The government has announced policy changes to attract more investors to New Zealand.

The government says it is adjusting New Zealand’s SMC, changing the way bonus points are calculated.

737 applications, representing a total of 1,626 people, were drawn in the May 23 EOI selection.

The May 9 EOI selection has resulted in the selection of 789 applications, representing a total of 1,745 people.

The EOI selection has taken place with 805 applications, representing 1,747 people, selected.

The proportion of recent migrants receiving financial support from the government has dropped by two-thirds in five years.

The Skilled Migrant Category selection has taken place with 689 applications, representing 1,528 people, selected.

People issued with Work to Residence permits under the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) are to be given nine months instead of six to find a job.

This fortnight’s EOI selection has taken place with 695 applications, representing 1,486 people, selected.

The EOI selection has taken place with 702 applications, representing 1,536 people, selected.

The NZ Government has launched an advertising campaign in Australia aimed at attracting Australians and New Zealanders living in Australia to move to New Zealand.

The EOI selection has taken place with 692 applications, representing 1,522 people, selected.

The Skilled Migrant Category selection has taken place with 729 applications, representing 1,670 people, selected.

The Skilled Migrant Category selection has taken place with 826 applications, representing 1,800 people, selected.

More people than ever before are moving to New Zealand. Large numbers of work permits are now being issued, often culminating in permanent residence.

This fortnight’s selection for the Skilled Migrant Category has taken place with 688 applications, representing 1,543 people, selected.

The fortnightly selection of Skilled Migrants has taken place with 691 applications, representing 1,657 people, selected.

A well known jobs agency for people wishing to emigrate to New Zealand has ceased trading, owing a large amount of money to would-be migrants.

The selection of Expressions of Interest (EOIs) has taken place with 695 successful applications, representing 1,544 people.

The Expression of Interest (EOI) selection has taken place with 685 applications, representing 1,485 people, selected.

The fortnightly selection of Skilled Migrants has taken place with 705 applications, representing 1,767 people, selected. 149 applications from applicants with no job offer and between 110 points and 140 points were selected.

This fortnight’s selection of Skilled Migrants has taken place with 672 applications, representing 1,567 people, selected.

The fortnightly selection of Skilled Migrants has taken place with 678 applications, representing 1,510 people, selected.

This fortnight’s selection of Skilled Migrants has taken place with 652 applications, representing 1,405 people, selected.

The Expression of Interest (EOI) selection has taken place with 657 applications, representing 1,431 people, selected.

The Government has announced changes to immigration rules, making it easier for New Zealand citizens to bring partners and children into the country.

The EOI selection has taken place with 742 applications, representing 1,608 people, selected.

The fortnightly selection of Skilled Migrants has taken place with 650 applications, representing 1,445 people, selected.

The ruling Labour Party view is that immigration should be based on economic benefits to New Zealand, security of the border and providing the best settlement outcomes for migrants and refugees.

The National Party view is that immigration should be based on economic benefits to New Zealand and a belief that New Zealand needs to avoid the problems other countries have with large, unintegrated and at times hostile immigrant populations.

This fortnight’s selection of Skilled Migrants has taken place with 652 applications, representing 1,405 people, selected.

This fortnight’s selection for the Skilled Migrant Category has taken place with 750 applications, representing 1,774 people, selected.

More new migrants will be welcomed under the New Zealand Residence Programme during the next 12 months in response to continued skill shortages, Immigration Minister David Cunliffe has announced.

This fortnight’s selection for the Skilled Migrant Category has taken place with 640 applications, representing 1,431 people, selected.

Economists are predicting New Zealand’s economy will continue to grow and net migration numbers will increase.

A total of 618 applications - representing 1,441 people - were selected on June 7. More applications without job offers were selected than has been the case for some time.

Seven arrivals from the Philippines have been sent home from Auckland airport because immigration officers at the airport did not believe that tourism was the true purpose of their visit.

An Indonesian man has been jailed for attempting to bypass the legal immigration process for seven of his compatriots.

EOI’s for 1,503 people were accepted for processing by the New Zealand Immigration Service on May 29, 2006.

Around seven thousand people have arrived in New Zealand with guardian visas since they were introduced. The Immigration Service believes these visas have sometimes been used inappropriately. Changes are being enacted with immediate effect.

EOI’s for 1,503 people were accepted for processing by the New Zealand Immigration Service on May 29, 2006.

Expressions of Interest from 1,584 people were accepted for further processing by the New Zealand Immigration Service on April 27, 2006.

Expressions of Interest from 1,232 people were accepted for further processing by the New Zealand Immigration Service on April 12, 2006.

Expressions of Interest from 1,245 people were accepted for further processing by the New Zealand Immigration Service on March 15, 2006.

More than 3,000 highly skilled British citizens have pre-registered to attend the Opportunities New Zealand Expo held in London later this month.

In recent years many British police officers have been recruited to New Zealand’s police forces.

Expressions of Interest from 1,395 people were accepted for further processing by the New Zealand Immigration Service on March 1, 2006.

Expressions of Interest from 1,395 people were accepted for further processing by the New Zealand Immigration Service this fortnight.

The first selection has taken place under the new Skilled Migrant procedure. Over 90 percent of the applicants selected had job offers in New Zealand.

Migrants love New Zealand’s natural beauty and the friendly relaxed people. They are less happy with the distance from their home countries and the cost of health services.

Until December 31 2005 any baby born in New Zealand became a citizen. This is no longer true.

The points system for residence in New Zealand has changed, getting harder for some, but permitting automatic residence for others.

Minister of Immigration, David Cunliffe hailed research published today showing the benefit to New Zealand of immigration. The Department of Labour’s Migration Trends report shows that 87 percent of applicants for the Skilled Migrant Category either had a job or an offer of skilled employment in New Zealand. 23,854 people were approved for residence through this Category.

The Immigration Advisors Licensing Bill had its first reading in Parliament today. The bill will make it illegal to provide immigration advice without a licence. Offenders could face a fine of up to $100,000 and / or seven years imprisonment.

One hundred points remains the total needed to immigrate to New Zealand via the Skilled Migrant Category.

In this fortnight’s draw, 776 applications - representing 1,996 people - were selected. These applicants will now undergo preliminary checks. Currently 96 percent of those who have undergone the verification process are invited to apply formally for residence in New Zealand.

Many immigration fees are set to change on 28 November 2005. The good news is that the majority are being cut.

In this fortnight’s draw, 798 applications - representing 1,844 people - were selected. These applicants will now undergo preliminary checks. Currently 96 percent of those who have undergone the verification process are invited to apply formally for residence in New Zealand.

The Sunday Star Times reports today the case of Mari McGuire who has renounced her NZ citizenship because the Immigration Service will not grant her husband permanent residence in New Zealand. The couple are now selling their million dollar home north of Auckland and are moving to the United States.

One hundred points remains the total needed to immigrate to New Zealand via the Skilled Migrant Category.
In this fortnight’s draw, 784 applications - representing 1,830 people - were selected. These applicants will now undergo preliminary checks. Currently 96 percent of those who have undergone the verification process are invited to apply [...]

In this fortnight’s draw, 795 applications - representing 1,842 people - were selected. These applicants will now undergo preliminary checks.

One hundred points are still needed to immigrate to New Zealand via the Skilled Migrant Category.
In this fortnight’s draw, 823 applications - representing 1,862 people - were selected.

Figures released today by Statistics NZ show New Zealand had a net migration gain of 6,600 in the year to August 2005. This is down 66 percent from the net gain of 19,300 in the same period last year.

One hundred points are still needed to immigrate to New Zealand via the Skilled Migrant Category.
In this fortnight’s draw 865 applications, representing 1,964 people, were selected. These applicants will now undergo preliminary checks. Currently 92 percent of those who have undergone the verification process are invited to formally apply for residence [...]

In this fortnight’s draw 806 applications, representing 1,848 people, were selected.

In this fortnight’s draw 836 applications, representing 1,918 people, were selected. These applicants will now undergo preliminary checks.

In this fortnight’s draw 835 applications, representing 1,894 people, were selected. These applicants
will now undergo preliminary checks.

In this fortnight’s draw 890 applications, representing 2,070 people, were selected. These applicants
will now undergo preliminary checks.