New ZealandIndia-visa rejection rate tops 50pcMore Indian student visas have been declined than approved in the past 10 months, as Immigration New Zealand battles widespread fraud.15 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'For me the NZ story ends'An award-winning university professor will leave the country after his residency application was rejected because of his stepson's autism.13 Feb 04:00 PM
BDBDBusinessNZ's problem with exploitationImmigration officials are warning New Zealand's reputation as a destination for international students is at risk from Indian student exploitation.19 Nov 09:30 PM
BusinessAlleged Immigration fraudster in courtA Waikato woman arrested over a suspected fraud involving visa applications for Filipinos seeking work in the dairy industry has appeared in court.26 Oct 10:00 PM
New Zealand'They must increase the quota'Prime Minister John Key has rejected claims this morning the government is opening the gates to extra Syrian refugees.04 Sep 10:24 PM
Lifestyle'Too fat' chef fights to stayA chef deemed "too fat" for NZ has launched a fresh appeal to stay in the country, claiming that even the All Blacks would fail tough immigration obesity rules.02 Sep 02:54 AM
New ZealandNew policy 'unlikely to boost regions'The Government's lead economic advisor warns a new policy aimed at attracting more migrants to the regions would achieve nothing.01 Sep 12:14 AM
New ZealandFor sale: two NZ visas - $26,500Exclusive: A visa-for-cash scandal was discovered only when a young couple who paid $26,500 to a corrupt border official demanded a refund.13 Aug 11:01 PM
New ZealandFront line against terrorism gets boostImmigration advisers will be asked to be in the front line as part of a battle to stop international terrorists from migrating to New Zealand.12 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWitch doctors 'liable for deportation'Immigration authorities say they've now identified nine witch doctors following allegations of unethical or extortionate behaviour by black magic practitioners.29 Jul 05:16 AM
AirlinesCathay Pacific fined by Immigration NZAn airline has been slapped with a fine after allowing a passenger to fly to New Zealand without approval from Immigration New Zealand.28 Jul 10:28 PM
New ZealandOfficials back down on babysitterImmigration admits it made mistakes after a Chilean woman was sent home on the suspicion she would earn money babysitting her 3-year-old niece.03 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeen's 'honesty' backfiresA teenager was refused entry after officials ruled that a plan to spend time with her niece meant she would be working illegally.29 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandGovernment to consider more refugeesImmigration Minister Michael Woodhouse says the Government may lift the refugee quota next year.18 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMore immigration officers needed in NZGrowth in the number of tourists and international students coming to New Zealand will see the number of immigration officers boosted with $33 million of new spending.13 May 09:42 PM
New ZealandDotcom's fate in the hands of MinisterKim Dotcom's ability to stay in New Zealand will be decided by Immigration minister Michael Woodhouse and could come inside a month.16 Apr 02:50 AM
New ZealandSexual favours for immigration adviceA disgraced former immigration advisor asked a woman to move into his house and perform sexual favours and domestic duties in exchange for immigration help.02 Apr 09:54 PM
EconomyMore foreigners making NZ homeMigrants are once again setting their sights on New Zealand, a new report reveals.11 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFake monks on the run to AustraliaTwo fake charity "monks" and a "nun" have left New Zealand - but others from a begging syndicate are applying for visas to come to New Zealand.20 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandInside the fake-monk scamFake charity "monks" who target pedestrians on New Zealand's busiest streets are recruited in China and sent here with the promise of making big money.19 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandIndian radio race rowAn Immigration NZ officer's claim that people who listen to Indian radio are unlikely to be NZers has prompted a lawyer to lodge a race complaint.15 Oct 04:00 PM
EmploymentTighten visa control: OECD reportWould-be immigrants with higher-level English language skills may be given higher priority after an international review of New Zealand's migration policy.09 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandDotcom nannies' deportation threat overThe nannies who care for internet mogul Kim Dotcom's five children have been allowed to remain in New Zealand.21 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Balancing immigration a tricky taskYou can have too much of a good thing, as the saying goes, and right now it is a live question whether immigration is one of those good things, writes Brian Fallow.21 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandDotcom's five-year marriage overKim and Mona Dotcom's marriage has come to an end after five years. Dotcom made an announcement about the separation last night on Twitter.17 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandUS wants Dotcom case details made publicA lawyer representing the US Government has argued that a document outlining their case against internet mogul Kim Dotcom should be made public.07 May 11:40 PM
New ZealandBanks' lawyer seeks info on DotcomJohn Banks' lawyer is seeking details of Kim Dotcom's convictions in Germany to establish the tycoon's "credibility" as a key witness against him in his trial over donations.02 May 11:30 PM
New ZealandNigella visa ruling based on mediaNZ immigration officials have been forced to admit celebrity chef Nigella Lawson is eligible for a visa after they could find no evidence that she'd been banned from the US.24 Apr 04:15 PM
New ZealandWoman 'unfit to fly' to be deportedA Tongan woman suffering medical conditions prohibiting her from flying is being deported back to a cyclone-ravaged village.24 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandOfficials bar almost 800 at borderNearly 800 people were prevented from entering New Zealand over the past year.25 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandHundreds of immigration visas revisitedThe Ombudsman has found Immigration NZ was wrong to reject the partners of Indian migrants - now hundreds of visas need to be reassessed.06 Nov 10:44 PM
