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Issued: Wednesday 14 May 2025, 10:55 pm NZST

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Stopping fraud and exploitation

Immigration fraud, people trafficking, people smuggling and exploitation of workers are serious offences. We take active steps to prevent and stop these crimes.

  • Stopping immigration fraud

    Immigration fraud is a criminal offence and if prosecuted, can lead to time in prison. We have a dedicated team of people to detect and prevent immigration offending.

  • Stopping people trafficking

    People trafficking occurs worldwide and Immigration New Zealand works across government and international organisations to help stop this offending.

  • Stopping people smuggling

    Find out what Immigration New Zealand is doing to prevent people smuggling in New Zealand.

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