Year-End Update on New Zealand’s Proposed Employment Leave LawWhat employers and workers should know before ChristmasAs the year comes to an end and businesses across New Zealand prepare for the Christmas and New Year shutdown period, many employers and employees are asking questions about annual...
Big Changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) in 2025 – What You Need to KnowThe Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) has undergone some big changes in 2025, making it easier for businesses to hire migrant workers while still protecting jobs for New Zealanders....
Major Reforms to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV): What You Need to Know It’s been a while since our last update, but with significant changes to New Zealand’s immigration system announced, now is the perfect time to share the latest developments and their potential impact....
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has recently announced updates to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) program, which came into effect on April 7, 2024. These changes aim to strengthen the integrity of the program and ensure that accredited employers are meeting their obligations. As a...
In the ever-evolving political landscape of New Zealand, immigration remains a topic of significant debate and speculation, particularly with Erica Stanford as Minister of Immigration and Casey Costello as Associate Minister of Immigration. This article explores their potential impacts on immigration policy, emphasising that these...
The formation of a coalition government between New Zealand’s National and ACT parties heralds a potential reshaping of the nation’s immigration policies. The coalition marries National’s focus on economic recovery with ACT’s emphasis on systemic reform. Here's a speculative glance at what might unfold in the...
Hello and welcome to another post on MKLaw’s blog! Today, we delve into a unique case that perfectly encapsulates the complications that arise when immigration issues intersect with mental health challenges. This case study serves as a poignant reminder that life’s complexities often cannot be...
Family unity triumphs in a complex immigration case, showcasing resilience, perseverance, and MK Law's commitment to reuniting loved ones....
Greetings, all. Today we are dissecting recent changes to New Zealand's immigration policy, specifically the new work conditions for partners of migrant workers, which become effective from May 31, 2023. These changes carry significant implications for both migrants and their partners. The principal changes include: Partners are...
