Pier Law Immigration

Pier Law Immigration Welcome to the Pier Law Immigration page. For other legal help, visit: .

We've been helping people with their legal needs for over 20 years. With three offices throughout Christchurch, our friendly team are never far away.

06/10/2026

An important part of partnership visa applications - living together evidence 🏠

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06/10/2026

New Zealand business looking to hire overseas workers? Make sure you're aware of the steps involved.

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24/09/2026

If you've been living with a New Zealand citizen or resident overseas for at least 5 years - did you know you may be eligible for a partnership permanent resident visa?

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‼ ANNOUNCEMENT ‼"Find out how applying for your student visa early can help you prepare for study in New Zealand.We rece...
24/09/2026

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"Find out how applying for your student visa early can help you prepare for study in New Zealand.

We receive high volumes of student visa applications throughout the year. While processing times are regularly updated, demand can increase significantly ahead of major study intakes. If you leave your application too late, you risk not having your visa decided before you need to travel or begin your studies." You can read more about all of the tips from INZ on the link below. Give us a call if you need a hand 😊

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23/09/2026

Common misconceptions 🤨 make sure you know what you are responsible for!

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‼ ANNOUNCEMENT ‼"We are extending Post-Study Work Visa eligibility to better align graduate pathways with New Zealand’s ...
22/09/2026

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"We are extending Post-Study Work Visa eligibility to better align graduate pathways with New Zealand’s skills needs.

From Monday 16 November 2026, eligibility for a Post-Study Work Visa will be extended to graduates who:

have completed a graduate diploma at NZQCF Level 7
studied full‑time in New Zealand for the full duration of the qualification
have been enrolled in that qualification for the full duration (cross crediting or recognition of prior learning is not eligible), and
hold a bachelor's degree, completed in New Zealand or overseas (with no time limit on when it was awarded)." You can read more about this on the INZ which is linked below ⬇

Give us a call if you need a hand! 😊

https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/post-study-work-visa-eligibility-extended-from-16-november-2026/

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21/09/2026

Good news for ECE teachers look for a pathway to residence in New Zealand!









20/09/2026

We’re back with more immigration myths! Have any for us? Leave them in the comments ➡️








‼ ANNOUNCEMENT ‼"We are introducing a new Short-Term Graduate Work Visa to better align graduate pathways with New Zeala...
19/09/2026

‼ ANNOUNCEMENT ‼
"We are introducing a new Short-Term Graduate Work Visa to better align graduate pathways with New Zealand’s skills needs.

Eligible international graduates who have completed study or are currently studying in New Zealand will be able to apply for the new Short-Term Graduate Work Visa from Monday 16 November 2026.

This visa provides 6 months of open work rights, allowing time to look for work and, where appropriate, transition to an Accredited Employer Work Visa.

Applications must be submitted within 3 months of their New Zealand student visa expiring." - Immigration New Zealand website. You can read more on the link below ⬇

Get in touch with Pier Law Today! We are here to help 😊

https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/new-short-term-graduate-work-visa-launching-on-16-november-2026/

‼ ANNOUNCEMENT ‼"Investor migrants applying through the Active Investor Plus Visa will soon have a new way to invest in ...
16/09/2026

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"Investor migrants applying through the Active Investor Plus Visa will soon have a new way to invest in New Zealand, with Build to Rent developments being added as an eligible Growth category investment option." You can read more about this on the INZ website, you can find the link below. ⬇

Get in touch with Pier Law today! We are here to help. 😊

https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/new-build-to-rent-investment-option-added-to-active-investor-plus/

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