Paragon International Ltd

08/07/2026

Tomorrow is Matariki the Māori New Year

To celebrate this special day our office will be shut and re-open on Monday 13th July at 8:30am.

Wishing everyone a very Happy Matariki.

17/06/2026

Final details about changes to the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa and Work to Residence Visa

Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is announcing final details on changes to the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) ahead of these changes taking effect on 24 August 2026. In addition, INZ is also announcing changes to the wage rate rules for the Work to Residence (WTR) pathway.

01/06/2026

New and updated post-study work visa options

We are introducing a new Short-term Graduate Work Visa and extending Post Study Work Visa eligibility to better align graduate pathways with New Zealand’s skills needs.

24/05/2026

English language requirements extended to AEWV skill level 3 roles

We have established a priority phone line from Monday to Friday for people to contact us about this specific situation. Call 0508 558 855 (toll free from NZ landlines) or +64 9 914 4100 and press option 7. For information about what options are available to you, check:

10/05/2026

Further changes to the Skilled Migrant Category to come into effect on 24 August 2026

Time to start planing!

We have established a priority phone line from Monday to Friday for people to contact us about this specific situation. Call 0508 558 855 (toll free from NZ landlines) or +64 9 914 4100 and press option 7. For information about what options are available to you, check:

20/04/2026

Reminder - Changes to employment conditions for open work visa holders

We have established a priority phone line from Monday to Friday for people to contact us about this specific situation. Call 0508 558 855 (toll free from NZ landlines) or +64 9 914 4100 and press option 7. For information about what options are available to you, check:

13/04/2026

New guidance clarifies Work to Residence Visa wage scenarios

Learn what you need to do to visit New Zealand. Find out whether you need a visa or a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA), and what you must do before travelling here, and on arrival.

05/04/2026

Wishing you all a very happy Easter, we hope you get some time off to be with family and friends.