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New Zealand Updates Skilled Migrant Category and Work to Residence Visa Wage Rules

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Immigration New Zealand has confirmed final changes to the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) taking effect August 24, 2026, including clarifications on how wage thresholds are applied. Changes to wage rate rules for work-to-residence visas have also been announced.

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