Immigration news nz

Here are some recent immigration news updates from New Zealand:

Recent Changes to Immigration Policy

• In November 2022, the New Zealand government announced changes to the country's immigration policy, aimed at addressing skills shortages and attracting more skilled workers. The changes include:
  • A new "Global Impact" category for high-achieving individuals who can demonstrate significant contributions to their field.
  • A "Talent Attraction" category for highly skilled workers in areas such as technology, healthcare, and education.
  • A "Regional Skills" category for workers with skills in demand in specific regions.
• The government also announced plans to increase the number of work visas issued each year, from 120,000 to 150,000.

New Zealand's Immigration Points System

• In October 2022, the New Zealand government announced changes to the country's immigration points system, which is used to assess the eligibility of skilled workers for residence visas. The changes include:
  • A new "Global Impact" points category, which rewards applicants who have made significant contributions to their field.
  • A revised "Talent" points category, which places more emphasis on skills and qualifications.
  • A new "Regional Skills" points category, which rewards applicants with skills in demand in specific regions.

Immigration Numbers

• According to the New Zealand Immigration Service, the country issued 124,000 work visas in the year ending June 2022, a 10% increase on the previous year.
• The number of residence visas issued in the year ending June 2022 was 74,000, a 5% increase on the previous year.

Skilled Migrant Category

• The Skilled Migrant Category is one of the most popular pathways to residency in New Zealand. In the year ending June 2022, the category received 34,000 applications, with 14,000 applications approved.
• The category is points-based, with applicants assessed on factors such as age, qualifications, work experience, language skills, and job offers.

Student Visa Numbers

• According to the New Zealand Immigration Service, the country issued 144,000 student visas in the year ending June 2022, a 12% increase on the previous year.
• The majority of student visas were issued to international students from Asia, with China, India, and Indonesia being the top three countries of origin.

Refugee Resettlement

• New Zealand has a long history of refugee resettlement, with the country accepting refugees from around the world. In the year ending June 2022, the country resettled 1,200 refugees, with the majority coming from the Middle East and Africa.

These are just a few of the recent immigration news updates from New Zealand. If you're considering moving to New Zealand, it's a good idea to stay up-to-date with the latest news and developments in the country's immigration policy.