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Processes

How specific immigration procedures work, end to end. 13 pages.

A

  1. Application for Warrant of Commitment

    Allows an immigration officer to apply to a District Court Judge for a warrant to detain a person for up to 28 days, and provides for review of existing warrants or release on conditions.

B

  1. Bail (Immigration Detention)

    Explains that bail is not available to persons detained under the Immigration Act 2009; a District Court Judge may instead order release on reporting and other conditions.

C

  1. Complaints against Immigration New Zealand

    Lodge a complaint about Immigration New Zealand’s service or conduct (excluding review of visa decisions).

L

  1. Labour Market Test (AEWV Job Check)

    Defines when and how accredited employers must demonstrate no suitable New Zealand workers are available before job approval.

  2. Lodging a residence application

    Specifies where applicants must lodge residence applications, how the lodgement date is determined, receipt stamping, and what happens if lodged at the wrong office.

  3. Lodging a temporary visa application

    Outlines the process for lodging a temporary entry class visa application under E4, including mandatory requirements for different application types.

  4. Lodging an Expression of Interest

    How to complete and submit an Expression of Interest for residence class visas that require an invitation to apply.

M

  1. Mass Arrival Warrant of Commitment

    Allows immigration officers to apply for a mass arrival warrant of commitment to detain members of a mass arrival group for up to six months, with variation, further warrants, and review.

P

  1. Processing a temporary entry visa application

    Describes processing of temporary entry visa applications, including required checks, document requests, offshore entry permission assessment, and the decline and reconsideration process.

  2. Proposing an Approved Student Exchange Scheme

    Describes the process for submitting a proposal to the Ministry of Education to establish a new approved student exchange scheme.

  3. Proposing an Approved Work Exchange Scheme

    Describes the process for submitting a formal proposal to Immigration New Zealand to establish a new approved work exchange scheme, including required details.

R

  1. Refugee and protection claims by minors

    Procedures for refugee and protection status claims by children under 18, including responsible adult nomination, roles and rights, and consideration of the minor's views.

S

  1. Section 61 Special Case Visa

    Allows a visa to be granted under section 61 of the Immigration Act 2009 to a person who is unlawfully in New Zealand or holds a temporary entry class visa, as a matter of absolute discretion.

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