INZ announce charges for entry requests while suspending offshore applications
It was announced yesterday that from 10 August, INZ will introduce the following fees for entry requests: $380 for employers or other organisations seeking entry for “other critical workers”; and $45 for individual requests under all other established and future critical purpose…
Inland Revenue signals their attention to offshore employers with New Zealand-based employees
With the current global pandemic more and more kiwis are returning home and continuing to work for their offshore employer.
Criteria for New-Look Work Visa Confirmed
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has now confirmed the criteria that will accompany the move, come 27 July, to an assessment of skill level for Essential Skills work visas being based on remuneration alone.
INZ Visa Extensions and Changes
INZ confirms visas will again be automatically extended (with trade-offs) and also releases the date for Essential Skills policy change.
Guidance on COVID-19 Tax Legislation
Various tax measures have been introduced which are intended to provide tax relief to those affected by COVID-19.
Redundancies in the Post COVID-19 Economy
The COVID-19 global pandemic has forced businesses to make unprecedented changes to adjust and survive. The new business landscape emerging in the post COVID-19 economy signals that changes to staffing structures are likely to be common.