China Special Work Category: Chinese chefs Thursday, December 22, 2011 All 200 places for Chinese chefs were filled between October 2008 and September 2011. Further places will be released in batches, to manage demand. On 2 April 2012, 33 places will become available. On 8 October 2012, a further 33 places will become available.
Panel doctor updates Wednesday, December 14, 2011 Information about changes to panel doctors in China.
Panel doctor updates Friday, October 14, 2011 Information about changes to panel doctors in China.
Questions and answers about the new Visa Application Centres (VACs) in China Friday, October 14, 2011
New collection agent for visa applications Friday, October 14, 2011 VFS Global Services (VFS) has been appointed by Immigration New Zealand (INZ) as a collection agent for visa applications with effect from 12 August in Shanghai and from 17 October 2011 for Beijing, Guangzhou and Hong Kong.
Electronic visas (e-visas) not consistently recognised at Chinese borders Friday, October 07, 2011 Immigration New Zealand (INZ) grants electronic visas (e-visas) to a wide range of applicants to facilitate efficient visa processing and customer convenience. Customers granted e-visas will receive a letter with the details of the visa instead of a label in their passport.
E-visas not consistently recognised at Chinese borders Friday, September 16, 2011
Changes to the Student Visa Funds Transfer Scheme (FTS) in China Thursday, September 08, 2011 We have made two changes to the existing FTS in China to ensure it can continue to provide first-class service to the increasing number of Chinese students wishing to study in New Zealand.
Panel doctor update Wednesday, August 31, 2011 The following hospitals will be removed from our panel doctor list effective from 14 September 2011. We will not accept any medical certificates issued by these hospitals on or after 14 September 2011.
China Working Holiday Scheme Monday, August 22, 2011 The 2011/12 quota for the China Working Holiday Scheme opens on 6 October 2011.
China Tourist Visitor Visa Application Monday, July 25, 2011 Chinese citizens who intend to visit New Zealand as a tourist and stay for less than six months can use the China Tourist Visitor Visa Application (INZ 1188) PDF [420KB].
China Working Holiday Scheme Tuesday, July 05, 2011 Individuals who lodge their China WHS application on or after 25 July 2011 must pay the fee as part of the online application process.
China Working Holiday Scheme Tuesday, March 22, 2011 More places are to be released under the China Working Holiday Scheme.
The Chinese bank loan scheme phased out Friday, February 25, 2011 Immigration New Zealand's China branches advise that the Chinese bank loan scheme has been phased out and is no longer accepted as evidence of personal funds. In 2010 the Bank of China ceased being a partner in the bank loan scheme, leaving CITIC bank as the sole remaining partner.
INZ and CITIC Bank Loan Agreement terminated Wednesday, February 23, 2011 The CITIC Bank Student Visa Bank Loan Agreement has been terminated from all three INZ China-based branches effective from 16 February 2011. Any student visa applied for after this date will be accepted for assessment but separate financial evidence will be requested by INZ.
China Working Holiday Scheme Friday, December 24, 2010 One thousand places are available annually to young citizens of China for a 12-month stay in New Zealand. Places under the quota are released in stages to help manage demand.
Notice Wednesday, November 10, 2010 通告 致申请人、移民顾问、学生代理
China Working Holiday Scheme Monday, September 13, 2010 Some of the requirements for the China Working Holiday Scheme (WHS) are changing, with effect from 1 October 2010.
China Working Holiday Scheme Friday, August 27, 2010 More places are to be released under the China Working Holiday Scheme.
Notice to all Immigration Advisors Wednesday, February 24, 2010 Anyone who is providing immigration advice about New Zealand immigration matters must be licensed by 4 May 2010 at the latest, unless exempt.
How to apply for a New Zealand Immigration Advisers Licence Wednesday, October 28, 2009 New Zealand’s Immigration Advisers Licensing Act aims to protect migrants by licensing people who provide New Zealand immigration advice, both within New Zealand and offshore. Offshore people who are licensed by the Immigration Advisers Authority, the organisation responsible for managing New Zealand immigration adviser licensing, will be able to show the global marketplace that they meet New Zealand Government quality standards.
