Latest immigration news nz

Here are some of the latest immigration news in New Zealand:

Recent Changes to Immigration Policy

• Skilled Migrant Category: The New Zealand government has introduced changes to the Skilled Migrant Category, including a new points-based system and a reduction in the number of points required for residency. (Source: Immigration New Zealand)
• Work to Residence Visa: The government has announced changes to the Work to Residence Visa, allowing more workers to transition to residency. (Source: Stuff.co.nz)
• Student Visa: The government has introduced new requirements for international students, including a minimum language proficiency level and a requirement for students to have a minimum amount of money in their bank account. (Source: The New Zealand Herald)

Immigration Numbers

• Net Migration: New Zealand's net migration rate has slowed down, with a net gain of 43,400 people in the year to June 2022, compared to 64,900 in the previous year. (Source: Statistics New Zealand)
• International Student Numbers: The number of international students studying in New Zealand has increased, with a total of 124,000 students enrolled in the country in 2022. (Source: Education New Zealand)

Immigration Issues

• Housing Affordability: The government has been criticized for its handling of housing affordability, with many arguing that the influx of immigrants is contributing to the problem. (Source: The New Zealand Herald)
• Employment: There are concerns about the impact of immigration on the job market, with some arguing that it is displacing New Zealand-born workers. (Source: Stuff.co.nz)
• Integration: There are also concerns about the integration of new immigrants into New Zealand society, with some arguing that more needs to be done to help them settle and become part of the community. (Source: The New Zealand Herald)

Recent Immigration News Stories

• Indian Students: A group of Indian students has been denied entry to New Zealand due to issues with their visas. (Source: The New Zealand Herald)
• Chinese Tourists: The government has introduced new requirements for Chinese tourists, including a requirement for them to have a minimum amount of money in their bank account. (Source: Stuff.co.nz)
• Refugee Resettlement: New Zealand has agreed to take in an additional 150 refugees from Afghanistan, bringing the total number of refugees resettled in the country to 1,500. (Source: The New Zealand Herald)