Labour’s Immigration Policy Fails To Tackle The Real Issues
It’s clear we have both a worker and skills shortage and that employers are finding it increasingly harder to find the talent they need to grow their business.
Changes to the Employer Accreditation Process
A recent government announcement has outlined new changes to streamline the Accredited Employer Work Visa, including new dates for implementation.
The RV 2021 online visa application process changed
Applications for the next phase of the 2021 Resident Visa will open from 10am on 1 March 2022.
Those eligible will be able to apply online any time from then until 31 July 2022.
2021 One-Off Residency Visa Phase 2 Category Opens Early
On February 22 Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is opening the 2021 one-off residency visa to people who have a Skilled Migrant Category expression of interest (EOI) in the pool, submitted on or before 29 September 2021.
Immigration News Feb Overview
The government is beginning a back down on border restrictions due to public pressure for life to return to normality. Hence their rather hastily created plan for the border to re-open.
The Year Ahead
From mid-2022, a new three-stage application process for work visas will be introduced. This will affect employers, who will need to become familiar with the new rules and become accredited before borders open to skilled migrants.
Dependents of 2021 Resident Visa Holders Now Eligible for Tertiary Study
Previously, children of work visa holders who could not acquire residency had to pay international tuition fees for tertiary education.
One-off residency visa November update
The New 2021 Resident Visa is a one-off for work visa and long-term visa holders wishing to apply for residency. Those who meet the eligibility criteria will be able to apply in two stages, with the first opening in December 2021.
