New Zealand visa news and explainers
Plain-English updates on rule changes and the questions people ask us most. Every post links to the official source and shows when it was last reviewed.
Residence
Skilled Migrant Category changes from 24 August 2026: what's different
The Skilled Migrant Category now has three pathways to residence, and your wage threshold is locked in when you start. Here's what changed and who benefits.
Seasonal and RSERSE scheme review 2026: what growers and seasonal workers should know
The 2026 review of the Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme proposes removing the 20,750 cap, simpler Agreements to Recruit and a new RSE work visa. Here's the timeline.
StudyPost-Study Work Visa opens to graduate diploma holders from 16 November 2026
From 16 November 2026, graduates of a level 7 graduate diploma who also hold a bachelor's degree can get a Post-Study Work Visa with open work rights. Here's who qualifies.