NEWS & INSIGHTS

Read more on the Immigration New Zealand news centre . Further improvements are coming for international student visa applications, following their move to Immigration New Zealand’s enhanced Immigration Online system. In August 2025, we launched our redesigned student visa application process to make it more efficient for everyone. The new dynamic application form means you only need to answer questions relevant to your client’s situation. The form includes guidance and easy

Read more on Immigration New Zealand news centre . From 3 November 2025, we will recognise 91 new occupations from the National Occupation List for Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) applications. These roles will be at skill levels 1 to 3. An employer must first advertise the role and genuinely try to appoint a suitable New Zealander. Where that is not possible, an employer must be accredited and apply for a job check to hire a migrant worker in one of these roles. Their j

Read more on the Immigration New Zealand news centre . We are seeing an increase in applicants submitting photos that have been digitally enhanced. All identity photos must be natural and unaltered. Applicants must not use editing or artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance their images. If your client’s photo does not meet our standards, their visa or NZeTA application will be delayed or could be declined.

Read more on the Immigration New Zealand news centre . Earlier this year, the Government outlined its International Education Going for Growth Plan to strengthen New Zealand as a study destination, while maintaining education quality and immigration integrity. For many international student visa holders, changes from 3 November 2025 will: increase the hours eligible tertiary and secondary school students can work while holding a student visa, from 20 to 25 hours per week. S