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The Regulation of Immigration Advice in New Zealand: January 2026

The giving of immigration advice is regulated by the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007. Immigration lawyers (with New Zealand practising certificates) are regulated under the Lawyers and Conveyancers Act 2006, and the disciplinary and supervisory structures under that Act. It is an offence to provide immigration advice (which includes how to answer questions on immigration

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10/01/2026

Employment-Based Residence in New Zealand

Introduction There are several routes towards residence based on employment in New Zealand. Most require existing employment. Residence can be achieved before arrival but only for those on the Green List: Tier 1. In all other cases, a work visa and work experience is required before transitioning into residence. The rules are strict. Low skilled

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07/01/2026

New Zealand’s Parent Boost Visa

New Zealand’s Parent Boost Visitor Visas September 2025 Immigration New Zealand has issued new rules that apply to the much vaunted (in the media) new policy called “Parent Boost”. The circular was available for those who knew where to find it on the website that Immigration New Zealand maintains on 22 August 2025. For some

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11/09/2025
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