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Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced updates to income and sponsorship thresholds for selected visa categories. These changes take effect from 30 April 2026.

The update applies to:
→ Pacific Access Category Resident Visa
→ Samoan Quota Resident Visa
→ Parent Category Resident Visa
→ Parent Boost Visitor Visa

INZ states these changes are part of routine annual reviews to align income thresholds with wages, benefit settings, and living costs in New Zealand.

𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐍𝐙 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/income-thresholds-to-increase-for-pacific-and-parent-visa-categories/

If you would like to understand how these changes may apply to your situation, you may contact INZ directly or reach out to CC Recruitment for guidance.

Immigration New Zealand (INZ) provides an online tool where applicants can check visa application processing times across a range of visa categories.

The tool shows an estimated decision timeframe based on when an application was submitted and current average processing times. These timeframes are based on recently completed applications and are updated regularly.

Please note:

→ The timeframe provided is a guide only and may change
→ Some applications may take longer, depending on individual circumstances
→ Not all visa types are currently included in the tool

You can check the processing times here:
→ https://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/waiting-for-a-visa/processing-a-visa-application/how-long-it-takes-to-process-an-application/check-visa-application-processing-time/

If your visa type is not listed, you may refer to:
→ https://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/fees-processing-times-and-refunds/fees-decision-times-and-where-to-apply/

If your visa application is being processed through CC Recruitment and you’re unable to see it online, you can contact us to verify your application status.

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The NZ immigration process can be overwhelming with all the paperwork, waiting, and uncertainty. It’s moments like these that make the effort worth it. Congratulations, Jerica, on your residence visa approval, and thank you for trusting CC Recruitment to guide you through this important journey.

If you’re planning your own residence visa, partnership visa, or work visa in New Zealand, our team at CC Recruitment is here to provide guidance, support, and advice every step of the way.