New Zealand


Changes for family sponsored visas in New Zealand

by Ray Clancy on May 15, 2012

Skilled workers will be attracted by new immigration family policies

New immigration family policies will help New Zealand attract and retain skilled workers and ensure that their family members can settle well and are self sufficient, it is claimed.

Immigration Minister Nathan Guy said that the changes are being made to give priority to migrants who can make a real contribution to New Zealand. He also pointed out that the changes will eventually save the taxpayer around $40 million a year. [click to continue…]

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