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Updates to client guides and resources
The Immigration Advisers Authority has expanded the range of languages available for 2 key client information resources and made a number of other updates.
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Upcoming IAA migrant survey
An update on the next rounds of the IAA migrant survey and how advisers can support participation.
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GDNZIA industry placements
If you have an employee who would like to become licensed, they will need to complete the Graduate Diploma in NZ Immigration Advice (GDNZIA).
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Update from Immigration New Zealand – August 2026
Immigration New Zealand reminds advisers about providing compliant applicant photos and recent changes to health instructions for resident visas.
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Engagement practices that protect you and your client
Good client engagement practices help protect both you and your client.
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Update from Immigration New Zealand
INZ needs complete AEWV applications with verified work experience and valid employment terms to avoid delays. New funding strengthens action on exploitation and non‑compliance.
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Invitation to provide feedback on the GDNZIA
Please pass any feedback on the GDNZIA to a GDNZIA Industry Partnership Group member.
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Change to IPT fees
Changes to Immigration and Protection Tribunal Fees from 1 July 2026
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Recent Tribunal decisions - April 2026
The Immigration Advisers Complaints and Disciplinary Tribunal has recently released 9 sanction decisions in relation to 4 advisers.
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Risks of combining recruitment and immigration advice
Licensed immigration advisers are increasingly working with recruiters or offering recruitment help. Tribunal decisions show this can raise risk, especially around conflicts of interest, client engagement, and recordkeeping.