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Parent Boost Visa for New ZealandWe’re excited to share the official launch of New Zealand’s Parent Boost Visa, a long-awaited initiative allowing parents of New Zealand citizens and residents to stay in the country for extended periods – up to five years per visa, with the potential to apply for a second visa, enabling a total stay of up to 10 years.
Contact usNew Parent Boost Visa Announced for New Zealanda long-awaited initiative allowing parents of New Zealand citizens and residents to stay in the country for extended periods – up to five years per visa, with the potential to apply for a second visa, enabling a total stay of up to 10 years.
This multiple-entry visa is designed to strengthen family connections without placing pressure on public services. It is not a pathway to residency, but it offers a meaningful opportunity for families to spend time together long-term.
Key Requirements Include:
Sponsorship: Must be by a biological/adopted child who is a NZ citizen or resident and agrees to financial responsibility during the stay.
Financial Criteria: Must meet one of the following:
– Sponsor earns at least NZ median wage ($31.61/hour) or 1.5x median wage for joint sponsors.
– Parents have personal income equivalent to NZ Superannuation.
– Parents have sufficient personal funds ($160,000 for singles / $250,000 for couples).
Health Insurance: Coverage of at least NZ$250,000 for emergency care, cancer treatment, and repatriation, maintained for the entire stay.
Health Assessments: Required at application and again in the third year.
Visa Cost: NZ$3,000 (or NZ$2,450 for Pacific applicants), plus an international tourism levy of NZ$100. A third-year health check processing fee also applies.
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Important Updates on Competency Testing for Nurses Migrating to New Zealand
Changes Ahead: CAPS vs. OSCECAPS System (Old):
- Required completion of a 10-week Competency Assessment Programme.
- Documentation of education and employment history was extensive.
- Minimum practice requirement of two years for Internationally Qualified Nurses (IQNs).
OSCE System (New):
- From 2024 onward, an online competency test will replace the long process of requesting qualifications.
- An in-person clinical exam, the OSCE, will be mandatory.
- All IQNs must learn about cultural competency before practicing in New Zealand.
Key Highlights:
CAPS System (Old):
- Comprehensive but time-consuming.
- Some nurses found the 10-week CAPs courses costly.
- Documentation requirements were extensive.
OSCE System (New):
- Direct competence assessments aim to reduce documentation.
- Minimum practice requirement for IQNs dropped from two years to one.
- Cultural competency training is a new requirement.
Transition Period:
It’s crucial to note that nurses applying up to 4 December 2023 will not be affected by the OSCE system changes. If you have already applied for registration with documents verified by CGFNS or can apply before the new process is implemented, these changes will have no immediate impact on you.
The Nursing Council’s goal is to expedite registration and employment for overseas-trained nurses while upholding public safety. We understand that change can be challenging, and we are here to support you through this transition.
For those requiring a competence assessment under the new system:
- Complete an online theoretical exam testing nursing knowledge.
- Attend a two-day orientation and preparation course.
- Undergo the OSCE, a three-hour clinical examination in New Zealand.
We appreciate your commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare, and we believe these changes will enhance the process for all involved.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. Wishing you continued success in your nursing journey!
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New Zealand Government is adding 32 new health sector roles to the Green List and will move all Green List health roles to the Straight to Residence pathway.
The roles being added to the Green List are across the health system and are considered critical and nationally important. The new roles also cover specialisations within those fields.
The list includes roles in social services, education, and the justice sector that support the delivery of health services.
New Health Roles Added to Greenlist* Addiction practitioner/alcohol & drug clinician * Audiometrist * Chiropractor * Clinical dental technician * Clinical physiologists (sleep, renal, exercise, respiratory, neurology, and cardiac) * Counsellor * Dental specialists * Dental technician * Dental therapist * Dentist * Dietician * Dispensing optician * Drug and alcohol counsellor * Enrolled nurse * Genetic counsellor * Medical laboratory pre-analytical technician * Medical resonance imaging technologist * Nuclear medicine technologist * Nurse practitioner * Optometrist * Oral health therapist * Orthotic and prosthetic technician * Orthotist/prosthetist * Osteopath * Paramedic/emergency medical technician * Perfusionist (cardiac) * Pharmacist * Physiotherapist * Play therapist (hospital) * Social worker * Speech language therapist * Sterile processing technician
Existing roles on Green List Work to Residence pathway moving to Straight to Residence pathway* Anaesthetic Technician * Audiologist * Medical imaging technologist * Medical laboratory technician * Medical radiation therapist * Occupational therapist. * Podiatrist * Sonographer
Existing roles on Green List Straight to Residence pathway* Clinical Psychologists * Medical laboratory scientist * Medical practitioners * Midwife * Orthoptist * Physicist (Medical) * Psychologists * Registered Nurse
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How a Free Assessment Can Start Your Emigration to New Zealand or Australia Read More Below How a Free Assessment Can Start Your Emigration to New Zealand or Australia Are you and your family considering migrating? You might want a better quality of life, you could be yearning for a change of scenery, or you …
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How to Land on YOUR IDEAL Job with Network Migration Read More Below How to Land on YOUR IDEAL Job with Network Migration In this article, we’ll focus on job search training to give you a head start on your New Zealand job hunting process. Network Migration can help you with every step of the …
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What is AEWV Accreditation and How Can It Benefit Your Business? Read More Below What is AEWV Accreditation and How Can it Benefit Your Business? Did you know that there is a worldwide skills shortage and it is affecting many businesses? Several businesses that are unable to find the skilled workers they need locally, resorts …
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New Zealand Borders Fully Open From July 2022 4 July 2022 – The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) is being introduced on 4 July 2022.The visa will be available mainly to workers earning over the median wage. From 4 July the median wage will be $27.76 per hour.The Essential Skills… Read More
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Network Migration hosted a competition late last year (2021), where we gave our clients the opportunity to win NZ$ 5000 toward their migration process! Congratulations to Malcolm and Prishani Moonsamy – we’re excited to continue on this journey to your dream destination with you. Meet the lucky winners, and remember – you could be next… Read More
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If you apply for a 2021 Resident Visa and your current visa expires while you are waiting for the resident visa to be processed, you can get a 2021 Interim Visa so you can stay in New Zealand. How to get a 2021 Interim Visa If you have applied for a 2021 Resident Visa and… Read More
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Reopening of New Zealand’s Border to the World Application Criteria for 2021 Residence Visa Applications: Info released in a press conference held on the 24th of November 2021 Today Covid-19 Response Minister Hon. Chris Hipkins announced the plan to reopen the New Zealand borders to the rest of the world. While this will still be… Read More
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Residency 2021 – LIA meeting 12 November 2021 – Application Criteria for 2021 Residence Visa Applications: From 1 December 2021 you can apply if: you have already applied for residence under the Skilled Migrant or Residence from Work categories on or before 29 September 2021, or you have submitted a Skilled Migrant Category Expression of… Read More
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Breaking News – 3000 MIQ rooms to be released on Monday 20th of September 2021 In a press conference today, it was announced that 3000 rooms will be released on Monday the 20th of September 2021. These rooms will be available between now and December 2021. The new lobby system will open at 8am (NZ… Read More
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On the 17th of August New Zealand went into a Level 4 lockdown due to an outbreak of the Covid-19 Delta variant. As of today, 1 st September 2021, there are 724 active cases in the community. Most of which are in Auckland, and all have been moved to a quarantine facility to ensure no… Read More
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Reconnecting New Zealand to the world rides on the back of 5 essential objectives: Maintaining our elimination strategy to stamp out the virus and keep our options open. Ensuring every eligible New Zealander is offered the opportunity to be vaccinated as soon as possible. Reducing the need for further lockdowns as much as possible by… Read More
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What is Kiwisaver in New Zealand?
Kiwisaver is a nearly compulsory savings scheme through employers, to assist people in NZ to save for retirement over and above Superannuation.
Who can contribute? – Only residents, permanent residents or citizens can be part of Kiwisaver.
BONUS TIME: The taxman (IRD) contributes up to a maximum of $1 020 for every year you contribute – FREE!! See below the $1 954!
The employer contributes 3% and the employee can contribute 3%, 4 %, 5%, 8%, or 10% to assist in growing your retirement fund.
You invest in managed funds that suit your risk profile. There are many Investment funds to choose from. See an example of the growth in a Kiwisaver fund below.
Kiwisaver New Zealand
Click the link below to learn more:
https://www.ird.govt.nz/kiwisaver/kiwisaver-individuals
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Our journey to relocating started in the early 2000’s when we first signed an agreement with Network Migration but we were undecided and put the project on hold. In August of 2017 relocation became a priority again and the project was re-ignited, destination, beautiful New Zealand.
We again made contact with Network Migration (NMS) and was pleasantly surprised to find that the new management had recognised our initial agreement and the fees (credit) we had paid all those years ago, this was the first sign of that we were dealing a company that had good values.
With the commitment as a family our journey continued and I recall the first Interview with Andrew Kerr in which I fully expected the stereotypical sales pitch. Benefits and options were discussed but Andrew described the project in a realistic and sensible manor, not mincing his words regarding the undertaking and pointing out the discipline and responsibility required, his closing statement was “you are the captain of this ship” and I drew much courage from that phrase along the way.
We were advised on the many (very many) processes and details on, Job searches and income, schooling and university, housing, cost of living, laws, culture, banking, financial immigration, shipping and much more, I remember thinking, “obvious things”, we got this! but, boy did the guidance come in handy.
Steven Stols was assigned as case manager and had to (and still does) endure with the million and one questions, mistakes, confusion, “demands” and urgencies. He dealt with all of it with professionalism, calm and wisdom no matter how tight the corner may have been. Steven is not only cool he is also wise beyond his years.
With a visitor visa secured by Network Migration I was off to NZ. On Arrival in Auckland I was met by the local Network Migration Services team who briefed me on job searching and the “Kiwi way”. NMS introduced me to a recruitment services company who were a great help in structuring my resume appropriately. With some luck and divine intervention I, there was one promising prospect during my month long job search. When I landed at Johannesburg international airport I received my job offer letter with a start date one month from then.
NMS worked fast to secure work and student visas for the family in under a month and off to work I went to be joined by family a month later and the shipping container 2 months thereafter, so far all was going according to the Network Migration Services script.
Fast forward to residency application time, again with Andrew and team’s advice and direction we submitted our application at the end of January 2020. Then Covid-19 happened. It was “Deja vu” and NMS had to once again endure our regular need for updates and pacifying.
Finally in June 2020 we received our assessment results and were requested to provide additional information and further clarifications. There were a few iterations of additional information and clarity requested and provided. Each time the requirements were analysed, discussed and reviewed by Andrew and team. Halfway through this demanding process I thought (and I am sure the family did too) that Andrew could very easily just walk away from the additional work and that there were surely easier more profitable clients he could dedicate his time to. However, with every interaction he responded with seasoned calm and discipline, providing advice and much, much, much needed hope, never once raising the cost implications of all this extra effort and time .
This is when I got the sense that this business transaction was transforming into a partnership, it would seem that Andrew took these exhausting challenges personally. Till now I am grateful but (secretly) confused as to how this did not result in additional fees and this is even after braving an enquiry about it – go figure!
7 September 2020 (9 months after applying for residency), Andrew advised that our application was approved and sent our Permanent Residency visas (we had our “PR”).
This journey is one for the books and it has certainly tested us as a family, we had our moments (momentous moments).
Had it not been for the support, understanding, forgiveness, fortitude, faith, resilience, bravery, discipline, patience and love of my family and supporter contributions, AND,
the dedication, professionalism, calm, encouragement, direction, knowledge, wisdom, level-headedness, reliability, trust (did I already say calm), respect and downright honesty of Andrew and his team, I can categorically say that we would not have our New Zealand residency – it is that simple.
To say that Network Migration “the immigration and relocation specialists” went above and beyond the call of duty for this family, is an understatement.
Andrew, in the words of Benjamin Franklin, “well done is better than well said”
Well done Mr. Andrew Kerr and the extended Network Migration family!
From the Vythilingam Family, “all is in order”
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A word from Network Migration Services’ licensed adviser Andrew Kerr.
Have a look at how Network Migration Services is taking active steps to combat the affect that the COVID-19 (Corona Virus) can have on your migration journey to New Zealand.
We are also hosting a free to attend webinar on the 28th of March – starting at 11:30 AM, where we’ll be talking about how to go about migrating to Australia & New Zealand in 2020, how to prepare for the trip and what to avoid!
Register for the FREE Webinar below
WEBINAR Time & Date: 28 March 2020 – 11:30 AM to 13:00 PM
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