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Applying for a New Zealand partnership-based visa can feel emotional and uncertain. Many couples ask how Immigration New Zealand knows if a relationship is real. The truth is that officers look for honest evidence and a life that makes sense together. If you are preparing your partnership visa application this guide explains how Immigration New Zealand checks whether your relationship is genuine and stable what evidence matters most how interviews work and how to avoid common

From 3 November 2025, international students in New Zealand will be allowed to work up to 25 hours a week while studying. This is an increase from the current 20-hour limit. This change is part of the Government’s International Education Going for Growth Plan, which aims to attract more international students, support the economy, maintain high education standards, and make studying in New Zealand even better. What Is Changing Here’s what will happen from 3 November 2025: • E

Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is now using the National Occupation List (NOL)  to assess jobs and skill levels for the Accredited...

The Government has announced major updates to the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) Resident Visa. These changes will help employers retain...

Immigration New Zealand is introducing a new visa option for parents called the Parent Boost Visitor Visa. Applications will open on 29...

Important Update: Certified Translations No Longer Required for Visitor Visas Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced a key change to...