Kia Ora!

Welcome to our latest newsletter, your monthly source for everything related to New Zealand immigration. As Licensed Immigration Advisers, we are dedicated to keeping you informed and updated on all things concerning New Zealand visas.

In this edition, we bring you a curated collection of insightful articles, helpful tips and success stories that showcase the breadth and depth of our expertise. Whether you're considering a study visa, work visa, partnership-based visa or permanent residence visa, we have the knowledge and experience to guide you on your journey towards a brighter future in New Zealand.

New Zealand is a popular study abroad destination for international students. Due to the recent India-Canada dispute, the popularity of New Zealand as a study abroad destination amongst Indian students has suddenly increased as it is considered one of the safest countries in the world.

Finding a job in line with your study programme in a foreign country is difficult but not impossible. To know how to solve this problem, read the informative articles on How to Find Skilled Jobs in New Zealand as an International Student and Opportunities for International Students in New Zealand’s Job Market included in this newsletter.

Another benefit of studying in New Zealand is that partners and dependent children of international students can join them. If you are interested in a Partnership-based visa, just provide your details here.

Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Electrical), Master of Engineering (Mechatronics), Master of Applied Business, Master of IT project Management, Master of Construction Management and Master of Hotel Management are the courses in demand currently. Master of Management in

Agribusiness and Master of Applied Social Work are also gaining popularity amongst international students.

If you are a student wanting to study in New Zealand, read the Complete Guide to Studying in New Zealand as an International Student included below:

If you are a student in Nepal and dream of studying abroad, then do attend the New Zealand Mega Education Meet on 10 October 2023. Representatives of various New Zealand universities will be present at the event to help guide you with course selection. To register for the event, just click here.

The government has announced several changes last month, one of them being the addition of 17 roles to the Green List. Agreement. This is great news as occupations on the Green List have a quick pathway to residence in New Zealand. Besides this, some roles will also be added to the Construction and Infrastructure Sector Agreement.

The Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) Resident Visa under the 6-points system opens on 9 October 2023. To understand the changes to the SMC Resident visa, read the informative article I have included below. To ensure a streamlined pathway for applicants with overseas qualifications, the government has updated the List of Qualifications Exempt from Assessment (LQEA) for certain countries.

If you are interested in ‘Exploring NZ’s Skilled Residence Pathway’ or in Navigating NZQA Changes for Employment-Based Residence, Work Visa Applications then do read my articles in the Indian Weekender (Pg. 8, Date: 22 September 2023 and Pg. 13, Date: 29 September 2023 respectively)

Recently we held an interesting webinar on the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) Resident Visa, if you missed it, don’t worry. The recording has been included here for you to see.

Last week, we held another webinar on Partnership-based Visas where common problems faced by applicants were discussed. A recording of the webinar has been included below for you to see. And if you want our help with a Partnership-based Visa, just provide your details here 

If you are in Oman and dream of migrating to New Zealand, then don’t miss the opportunity to meet me and my colleague Amit Malhotra in person in Muscat from 11th – 15th October 2023. To discuss your queries in person with us, just click here.

If you are in Sri Lanka, then don’t miss the opportunity to discuss your visa options with us in person in Colombo from 15 to 17 October 2023. To discuss your queries in person with us, just click here.

On 7 October 2023, we sponsored the Philippines’ Best Cultural Day and Tradeshow taking place in Auckland. We are sure you enjoyed the festivity and culture of the Philippines and attended this fun-filled event.

Don’t miss the client success stories section at the end. No matter in which part of the world you reside, we are always ready to help you and guide you on the right path.

We understand that navigating the intricate world of New Zealand immigration can be challenging, but rest assured that our team of dedicated advisers is here to provide expert guidance and personalized solutions tailored to your unique circumstances.

Stay connected with us through our website and social media channels to stay updated on the latest news, events, and success stories. We are always just a click away, ready to answer your queries and provide the assistance you need.

Together, let's make your dreams come true!

If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to our team of experienced, licensed immigration advisers at contact@nzimmigration.info

Best Regards

Vandana Rai

Senior Licensed Immigration Adviser