New Zealand Immigration Advisers

25/09/2026

🇳🇿 **IMPORTANT PARTNERSHIP VISA UPDATE**

Planning to apply for a New Zealand partnership-based visa?

From **25 September 2026**, Immigration New Zealand has introduced important new age and evidence requirements.

🔹 **Both partners must be at least 18** when applying.

🔹 Partnership evidence will only be recognised for the period **after both partners have turned 18**.

🔹 For a **Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa**, the existing **12-month living-together requirement remains**, but the qualifying period can only begin once both partners are 18.

🔹 The changes also affect several partnership-based **Work and Visitor Visas**.

🔹 Applications submitted **before 25 September 2026** and visas already granted are not affected by these changes.

❤️ **Your relationship may be genuine — but the timing and quality of your evidence matter.**

Thinking about applying for a Partnership Visa?

📩 **Contact Medha Immigration Consultants** to discuss your circumstances and understand your options.

*General information only. Individual eligibility depends on your circumstances and current Immigration New Zealand instructions.*

08/08/2026

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07/08/2026

🇳🇿 **BIG CHANGE TO THE NZ PARENT RESIDENT VISA**

Immigration New Zealand has announced a new selection system for the **Parent Resident Visa**, starting **5 October 2026**.
https://medha.co.nz/book-appointment/

🔹 **90%** of EOIs → selected in **date order**
🔹 **10%** of EOIs → selected through a **ballot**
🔹 Annual cap remains **2,500 visas**
🔹 Existing EOIs → **automatically move** to the new system
🔹 EOIs will **no longer expire after 2 years** — holders will instead need to confirm every 2 years that they want to remain in the pool and keep their details updated. No additional fee applies.

📅 **Important dates**

**11 August 2026:** Next selection under the current system
**5 October 2026:** New hybrid system takes effect
**10 November 2026:** First selection under the new system

Importantly, **visa eligibility requirements are not changing**. The change is about **how EOIs are selected for an Invitation to Apply**.

For families waiting to bring their parents to New Zealand, this should make the process more predictable while retaining an opportunity for newer EOIs through the ballot.

*General information only. Immigration policies can change and individual circumstances differ.*

06/08/2026

IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR NZ RESIDENT VISA APPLICANTS

Good news from Immigration New Zealand.

From 3 August 2026, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C are no longer on the high-cost health conditions list used when assessing resident visa applications.

What does this mean?
• Applicants with Hepatitis B or C will no longer be automatically considered as failing the acceptable standard of health.
• Every case will now be assessed based on the applicant's individual medical circumstances.
• This change may benefit applicants under Skilled Residence, Partnership Residence, Investor Residence and other residence categories.

Please note:
This does not guarantee visa approval. Applicants must still meet all other health requirements, and Immigration New Zealand will continue to assess each case on its own merits.

If you or someone you know was concerned that Hepatitis B or C could affect a New Zealand residence application, this policy change may be significant.

If you'd like to discuss how this update applies to your situation, feel free to get in touch.

📌 This post provides general information only and is not immigration advice. Individual circumstances vary.

26/04/2026

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25/04/2026

Never fall into the trap of job offers by anyone.

🚨Watch out for fake job offers🚨

New Zealand employers cannot charge you fees for a job or make you pay any of their recruitment costs. This includes indirectly through a third party who then demands you pay them.

If you see these signs of a scam, stop and take extra precautions. Ask questions and seek official advice: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/work/protecting-yourself-from-immigration-scams/

25/04/2026

Staying informed is the first step toward a successful journey to New Zealand. Recent visa policy updates may affect how you plan your future, and Medha Immigration Consultants is here to help you navigate these changes with ease.

Whether you are applying for student, work, or residency visas, our Wellington-based team provides the professional expertise and genuine support you need to move forward with confidence. Reach out to us in Wellington, NZ, to discuss how these latest updates impact your specific goals.