Final details confirmed for Skilled Migrant Category changes – effective 24 August 2026
Immigration New Zealand has released the final details of the changes to the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) Resident Visa, which will take effect on 24 August 2026. These updates complete the policy package first announced in 2025 and confirm how the new pathways and settings will operate. Overview of the changes The updated SMC introduces: […]
Skilled Work Experience Pathway Coming in August 2026
Immigration New Zealand has been releasing updates over the past few months about the Skilled Migrant Category changes coming into effect in August 2026. While the Trades and Technicians pathway has received a lot of attention, there are several other benefits that will help skilled migrants already working in New Zealand or planning their move. […]