New Zealand Immigration News

In 2009’s twenty-second draw, 664 applications representing 1,480 people were selected.

In 2009’s twenty-first draw, 681 applications representing 1,551 people were selected.

In 2009’s twentieth draw, 637 applications representing 1,432 people were selected.

In 2009’s nineteenth draw, 610 applications representing 1,345 people were selected.

In 2009’s eighteenth draw, 694 applications representing 1,548 people were selected.

In 2009’s seventeenth draw, 679 applications representing 1,434 people were selected.

In 2009’s sixteenth draw, 679 applications representing 1,434 people were selected.

In 2009’s fifteenth draw, 667 applications representing 1,427 people were selected.

In 2009’s fourteenth draw, 682 applications representing 1,571 people were selected.

In 2009’s thirteenth draw, 682 applications representing 1,536 people were selected.

In 2009’s twelfth draw, 736 applications representing 1,709 people were selected.

In 2009’s eleventh draw, 744 applications representing 1,719 people were selected.

In 2009’s tenth draw, 707 applications representing 1,648 people were selected.

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In 2009’s ninth draw, 807 applications representing 1,869 people were selected.

Applications from non-licensed agents will no longer be processed.

In 2009’s eighth draw, 799 applications representing 1,893 people were selected.

In 2009’s seventh draw, 781 applications representing 1,696 people were selected.

In 2009’s sixth draw, 787 applications representing 1,877 people were selected.

In 2009’s fifth draw, 771 applications representing 1,740 people were selected.

In 2009’s fourth draw, 772 applications representing 1,753 people were selected.

In 2009’s third draw, 776 applications representing 1,723 people were selected.

In 2009’s second draw, 780 applications representing 1,791 people were selected.

In 2009’s first draw, 778 applications representing 1,850 people were selected.

In 2008’s final draw, 739 applications representing 1,716 people were selected.

In 2008’s twenty-fourth draw, 772 applications representing 1,799 people were selected.

In 2008’s twenty-third draw, 808 applications representing 1,825 people were selected.

In 2008’s twenty-second draw, 854 applications representing 2,003 people were selected.

In the twenty-first draw of 2008, 715 applications representing a total of 1,717 people were selected.

In the twentieth draw of 2008, 741 applications representing a total of 1,760 people were selected.

In the nineteenth draw of 2008, 765 applications representing a total of 1,800 people were selected.

In the eighteenth draw of 2008, 790 applications representing a total of 1,897 people were selected.

In the seventeenth draw of 2008, 717 applications representing a total of 1,711 people were selected.

In the sixteenth draw of 2008, 712 applications representing a total of 1,671 people were selected.

In the fifteenth draw of 2008, 749 applications representing a total of 1,733 people were selected.

In the fourteenth draw of 2008, 790 applications representing a total of 1,845 people were selected.

In the thirteenth draw of 2008, 874 applications representing a total of 2,046 people were selected.

In the twelfth draw of 2008, 735 applications representing a total of 1,750 people were selected.

In the eleventh draw of 2008, 723 applications representing a total of 1,788 people were selected.

In the tenth draw of 2008, 776 applications representing a total of 1,776 people were selected.

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.