Summary of the proposed changes to the Skilled Migrant Category
We are proposing the following key changes to the Skilled Migrant Category.
We are proposing the following key changes to the Skilled Migrant Category.
Local government water supply and wastewater services are subject to economic regulation under Part 4 of the Commerce Act 1986. This is part of the Government’s Local Water Done Well programme.
The Skilled Migrant Category has traditionally been New Zealand’s main residence visa category based on skills and employment. New priority skilled residence pathways have been introduced under the Immigration Rebalance. There are now 3 main pathways to skilled residence.
The 2027 Transition Research Fund (the Fund) is a core component of the reformed Science, Innovation and Technology (SI&T) system. It responds to the direction set in the Science Investment Plan (SIP) and the investment principles and national priorities for the SI&T System.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is seeking views on proposed new settings for the Skilled Migrant Category residence visa by 18 November 2022.
This investment plan outlines the policy context for the He Ara Whakahihiko Capability Fund. Up to $8.6 million (excluding GST) is available to fund successful proposals in each investment round.
We support the Government to deliver an immigration system that functions well within wider labour market, economic, community and security contexts. This includes matching the skills and talents people bring to the skills New Zealand needs, enabling New Zealand’s security, and supporting our international relationships and important trade markets.
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