Immigration

New Zealand Investor and Entrepreneur visa

High decline rate for New Zealand business visas Is business migration really the best pathway for you? The New Zealand entrepreneur visa was introduced in 2014 to replace the long term business visa. If you have NZ$10 million to invest in New Zealand over a 3-year period, you can apply for New Zealand residence via the Investor 1 (Investor plus) resident visa. If you have $3m, the Investor 2 visa is an option. If you have any less, the Entrepreneur visas may be an …

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Technical experts required

Technical jobs opportunities in New Zealand The trades industry is booming in New Zealand! There are Engineers positions all around New Zealand, but also job opportunities for technicians and trades workers. Technical roles cannot be fulfilled by the local workforce There is a chronic shortage of staff in New Zealand, in many skilled position of the Trades industry. Our partner recruiter is currently looking for: Line Mechanics Wiremen Electrical Fitters Substation Maintainers Network designers Network planners Qualified and/or experienced trades …

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Radiologists WANTED in New Zealand

A large hospital in Central North Island (Hamilton) has seen their radiology services under strain due to chronic staff shortage. A skilled occupation on an Absolute Skills shortage list Radiologists are recognised as being in chronic shortage as shown by their inclusion in the Long Term Skill Shortage List. Qualified and/or experienced radiologist have very good job prospects in New Zealand, whether their potential employer is INZ Accredited or not. Occupational Registration There are great job opportunities in New Zealand …

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50,000 jobs in NZ for construction workers

Overseas workers needed to bridge the workforce shortfall The skill shortage in the construction industry is such that an estimated 55,000 to 60,000 additional workers are expected to be needed in the next 5 years. With almost 70% of jobs on the long term skill shortage in the construction industry, this means there are a lot of opportunities to migrate to NZ for those that have the skillset needed to contribute to the building of new houses, roads, and other …

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Study Construction in New Zealand

Did you know? Zealand Shores is an agent for a wide range of Education Providers. Let’s take a look at a popular option: UNITEC’s Graduate Diploma in Construction Management. A pathway to a job on the skills shortage list If you are already working in the construction industry and want to move into project management, or a fresh graduate in a related field, you will be able to develop the knowledge and skills to effectively organise and manage activities on …

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New Working Holiday visa for Portugal

A new agreement will allow young Portuguese to apply for Working Holiday Visas A new reciprocal deal with Portugal will enable 50 Portuguese to come to New Zealand on a Working Holiday visa for up to 12 months! The Portugal-New Zealand working holiday scheme will be open from 20 March 2018 to people between 18 and 30 years old. ???? Immigration Minister Mr Lees-Galloway says this is a great opportunity for young Kiwis to broaden their horizons, and for young …

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Visa processing times

INZ taking too long to process visas? Visa processing times in Auckland take longer than the rest of country At New Zealand Shores, we understand that getting your visa processed (and approved) in a timely manner is paramount. You have invested a lot in your migration and handling family, paperwork, flights, etc. is a real juggling act. Engaging in the services of a Licensed Immigration Adviser can take the stress of your shoulders as we will handle your visa application …

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New Zealand partnership visas harder to get

INZ taking a tougher stance on partnership visas Crackdown on partnership visitor visas can be very frustrating Over the last few months, we have seen a shift in how INZ assesses partnership-based applications, whether visitor, work, or residence. One in three partnership visitor visas are being declined at the moment, and the amount of partnership evidence required by INZ is growing. By tightening up a lot on partnership applications, Immigration New Zealand is intending to crack-down on relationships that they believe …

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Changes to Immigration New Zealand online systems

INZ online Systems improvement expected in 2018 2018 will see important changes on how you can apply for a visa, and who you can include your application. INZ online visa applications The main change at the moment is the ability for immigration advisers to apply for a visitor visa, and include your partner as well as dependent children in the same online visa application. This is ideal for families travelling together and should speed up the visa preparation time. Guardians …

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New Zealand job market on a high for 2018

New Zealand almost at full employment   The New Zealand job market ended 2017 and started 2018 on a very high note, with excellent job prospects for New Zealanders and prospective migrants alike.Improved New Zealand labour market The quarterly labour market scorecard, issued by the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment notes that the unemployment rate dropped to 4.5 per cent. Jobs in New Zealand are definitely there for those looking for the right opportunities to emigrate to New Zealand. …

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