From 27 May 2026, a resident visa holder in New Zealand can become liable for deportation after pleading guilty to, or being found guilty of, a criminal offence. Before that date, liability under section 161 of the Immigration Act 2009 depended on a conviction. A...
New Zealand Introduces Two New Pathways to Residence for Skilled MigrantsPublished: October 2025 | MK Law Barristers and SolicitorsImmigration New Zealand announced substantial changes to the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) Resident Visa on September 23, 2025. These reforms introduce two entirely new residence pathways and...
New Business Investor Visa: A Clear Pathway to Residence in New Zealand The New Zealand Government has announced one of the most significant changes to business migration policy in recent years. The Entrepreneur Work Visa is now closed to new applicants, and in its place...
Understanding the Situation Recent investigations have unveiled a worrying trend of migrant exploitation in New Zealand. Nearly 100 employers lost accreditation due to abusing the Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme. This has triggered a series of investigations by Immigration New Zealand (INZ), with numerous cases involving...
In a landscape that's always in flux, staying updated with New Zealand's employment and immigration law is crucial. This article demystifies the latest changes in the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) category and introduces the newly established Migrant Exploitation Protection Visa (MEPV). Moreover, it provides...
At MK Law Barristers and Solicitors, we are delighted to share a heartwarming success story that not only showcases our dedication to our clients but also exemplifies the power of compassionate immigration decisions. Today, we proudly present an inspiring journey to securing residence in New...
Living in New Zealand on a resident visa entails specific restrictions and requirements on your work, travel, and sponsorship, regulated under Section 49 of the Immigration Act 2009. A question many visa holders grapple with is whether these conditions can be modified or removed entirely. The...
Kia ora! In this discussion, we will cover the prerequisites for the Green List Work to Residence visa, which will be open from 29 September 2023 to skilled professionals. Additionally, we will go over the salary scales for different job positions and the eligibility standards that...
New Zealand's Skilled Migrant Category is undergoing significant changes aimed at setting a clear skills threshold and focusing on attracting highly skilled immigrants who can meet the country's medium to long-term skill needs. Let's take a closer look at the new simplified points system and...
Green List Updated New Zealand is extending an invitation to skilled professionals from around the world. Recent updates to Immigration New Zealand's instructions and the Green List reveal an array of opportunities, particularly in the transport, health, business, dental, nursing, medical, construction, education and trade sectors....
