Offshore visa application suspension renewed

Immigration New Zealand is extending the suspension of overseas applications for most temporary visas until 8 February 2021. The suspension will continue to be reviewing every month.

The following offshore temporary entry class visa applications are not affected:

• Relationship-based visas for partners and dependent children of New Zealand citizens and residents.

• Visas for diplomatic, consular and official staff and accompanying dependants.

• Antarctic Traveller Visitor visas and Antarctic Work visas.

• Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) Limited visas.

INZ has extended the newcomer skills matching and job search services to skilled migrants who have lost their jobs as a result of Covid-19. The services are now available for those on work to residence visas who have lost a job and need an equivalent role to help maintain their pathway to residence.

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