Category Archives: Practice of Law

Is Immigration New Zealand cracking down on partnership visas or are our Partnership rules simply outdated?

Posted on September 4, 2019 by

Immigration New Zealand’s assessment of partnership cases is old fashioned and narrow minded. Uniting families in New Zealand is becoming a mission. As a result, we see families being separated for a good period of time, leaving their kiwi partners and … Continue reading →

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Relevant legislation, other rules in the immigration context

Posted on July 10, 2019 by

Legislation is important in the New Zealand immigration context. It is intended to provide a framework for the management of immigration in New Zealand in a way that balances New Zealand’s national interests with international obligations, while protecting New Zealanders and … Continue reading →

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Introducing Sahar Shamia

Posted on July 3, 2019 by

Sahar Shamia joined Laurent Law on 17 June 2019. We looked far and wide to find someone with her skills and abilities. We are thrilled to have her on board. Sahar is an enrolled Barrister and Solicitor of the High … Continue reading →

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The Trouble with Visas for Restaurant Managers

Posted on May 23, 2019 by

Last week, Immigration New Zealand refused a request by the hospitality industry to add Café and Restaurant Managers to its Immediate Shortages List (“ISSL”).  This is despite the claim that most employers have real difficulty in finding people to fill … Continue reading →

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Shifting goalposts

Posted on November 29, 2018 by

In August 2017, Immigration New Zealand (“INZ”) overhauled the Skilled Migrant Residence Visa and Essential Skills Work Visa Categories instituting key changes to policy. One of the most striking changes was the introduction of remuneration thresholds as a means of … Continue reading →

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An apple a day…

Posted on October 4, 2018 by

Depending on the type and duration of the visa you apply for, you may be required to submit information about your health to Immigration New Zealand (“INZ”). Most applicants have no problem meeting INZ’s health criteria. That said, we are … Continue reading →

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Post Study Work Visas – the Change has Come

Posted on August 15, 2018 by

In a recent post I alerted readers to a significant rewrite of Work Visa policy for those who complete New Zealand qualifications.  Last Friday the Government rolled out the new scheme which will take effect in November.  While it was … Continue reading →

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