EconomyUS traffic to Immigration NZ site soarsUS traffic to Immigration NZ is up 24-fold while Trade Me is seeing more Americans browsing jobs and property in the wake of the election.11 Nov 11:20 PM
New ZealandMother forced to choose between sonsA Nepalese mother-of-two is in tears after INZ granted permanent residency for one of her sons but not the other.17 Oct 06:20 PM
New ZealandGovt: Migrant cut not about housingWhile many believe yesterday's immigration changes will cut numbers hoping to settle in Auckland, Government denies that is the aim.11 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandChinese 'most affected' by rule changeWould-be immigrants from China will be most affected by changes to the parent category, an immigration expert says.11 Oct 04:33 AM
New ZealandStudents protest against deportationIndian students facing deportation for immigration fraud targeted Indian-born National MP Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi in a noisy protest 02 Oct 02:33 AM
PoliticsA mother's fight to make NZ roads saferTauranga motorcyclist Rhys Middleton was killed by an overseas driver. Now his mother is campaigning for a change in the law allowing visitors to drive in NZ.05 Sep 06:30 AM
BusinessBrexit: Thousands of Brits eye NZMore than 10,500 registrations from people considering moving here from Britain have been lodged with Immigration New Zealand since the Brexit vote.21 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionBernard HickeyBernard Hickey: Too many visas, not enough payCOMMENT: Allowing a flood of low-skilled migrants is frustrating that market mechanism with the short-term aim of keeping wages low for employers.21 Aug 07:11 AM
OpinionRodney HideRodney Hide: Sigh of relief for au pairsCOMMENT: Immigration NZ announced a trial in Queenstown to make it less likely that that they will lock up au pairs travelling with their families.20 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandImmigration fraud leads to jail sentenceA Fijian man's "lifetime of immigration fraud" has finally caught up with him.01 Aug 01:22 AM
New ZealandFamily's second chance at lifeMarking World Refugee Day, the Herald spoke to a refugee family who escaped from Laos to New Zealand 33 years ago, risking their lives to do so.20 Jun 01:32 AM
BDBDTourismNZ hits new migration, tourism records in AprilNew records for migration and tourism in April, provide buffer for the economy hurt by weak prices for dairy products.20 May 12:45 AM
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