New Zealand is reviewing the policy that prevents pregnant women from getting or renewing an international student visa.

New Zealand’s immigration authorities have announced the introduction of new biometric technology to bolster border security and assist with visa processing times.

New Zealand’s Government has announced changes to the visa entry process for temporary screen, entertainment and music industry workers.

Immigration New Zealand’s fees for immigration services changed on 29th August. The changes only affect payments made outside New Zealand, not payments made in NZ dollars.

According to recruitment expert Hays, technical skills are not the only skills in demand in the New Zealand job market. Applicants should also consider selling their ‘soft skills’, defined by Director Jason Walker as interpersonal and communication skills, team management, leadership and organizational abilities.

The New Zealand Government has revealed plans to allow for skilled workers, students and visitors to acquire New Zealand visas more quickly and easily.

New Zealand will be the international home of rugby from 9^th September to 2^nd October 2011, when the Rugby World Cup takes centre stage there.

The net flow of migrants into New Zealand has been noticeably down over the past few months, a fact that some analysts are citing as a result of the Christchurch earthquakes, with Statistics New Zealand revealing that while departures of Christchurch residents were up 300 on May last year, there were 100 fewer arrivals into the city.

Changes to New Zealand’s business migration scheme have been announced, aimed at generating new investments in the country.

Immigration New Zealand has confirmed that changes to the student visa system will come into effect next month that will serve to ensure that applications are genuine.