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VisaMax NZ

Our goal is to provide quality visa outcomes for migrants, and for those in NZ who support them.

01/05/2026

We’re so excited to welcome the newest member of our team - Edda! 🎉🎉

Our new Licensed Immigration Adviser, Edda Mijares-Breu, brings a wealth of experience, having worked in the immigration industry since 2016. As a migrant herself coming originally from Cebu City, Philippines, she truly understands the journey - having called New Zealand home for the past 18 years. Edda is also qualified in NZ as an enrolled Barrister & Solicitor of the High Court.

Her passion, knowledge, and personal insight make her an incredible support for anyone navigating the immigration process. We’re proud to have her on board and can’t wait for you all to meet her!

✨ To celebrate, we’re offering FREE consultations with Edda for a limited time.

If you’ve been thinking about your next step now’s the perfect time to get expert advice!

📩 Get in touch to book your free consultation today! [email protected]

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08/03/2026

Skilled Migrant Residence changes are coming in August 2026.

INZ has confirmed a new Trades and Technician pathway, more detail on the Skilled Work Experience pathway, and other SMC changes. This could create new residence options for some workers already in NZ.

If you want to know whether these changes may help you, get in touch with VisaMaxNZ.

03/03/2026

We share this message with you all to say thanks for your support of VisaMax, on this occasion being our 6 years of business today.

We love being part of your visa journey - choosing NZ to be your home, place of work, study, or to visit our beautiful and peaceful islands.

Since 2020 we have worked hard to ensure your visa success through our values of Vision, Value and Victory and we look forward to you supporting you, your family and friends in the days, months, and years ahead.

Ngā mihi nui from Bevan and the VisaMax team 💙

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20/02/2026

New Visa rule changes for employers, AEWV holders, partner based visas, residence wage thresholds.

If you:
• Employ migrant workers
• Hold an AEWV
• Want to support your partner or kids
• Are working toward residence

👉 These changes may affect you.

1️⃣ 47 New Occupations Added (Skill Level 1–3)

INZ is recognising 47 additional roles under the new National Occupation List.

This includes updated and clearer chef roles.

Good news for some current AEWV workers - this may help extend visas if moving into a related higher skill role.

2️⃣ Some Roles Now Harder

These move from Skill Level 3 → 4:

• Pet groomer
• Nanny
• Kennel hand

From 9 March:

Higher English required

MSD engagement required

Shorter maximum stay

Partner support becomes harder

If you already have an approved AEWV in these roles, you’re not affected.

3️⃣ Median Wage Increasing to $35/hr
Even though the general AEWV median wage rule was removed last year, many visa settings still link to it.

This affects:
• Green List thresholds
• Partner support income levels
• Residence wage requirements
• Some 5-year stay rules

Partner support thresholds are increasing:
• Skill 1–3 → $28/hr
• Skill 4–5 → $52.50/hr
• Green List → $35/hr

📌 Bottom line:
Wage levels and occupation classifications matter more than ever.

If you’re planning a visa move, job change, partner visa, or residence - check with us before 9 March.

www.visamaxnz.com
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24/01/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Bevan 🎉

We acknowledge the mahi, leadership, and values that continue to shape VisaMaxNZ.

Wishing you a great birthday from the whole team.

07/01/2026

🌞 Welcome back to 2026! 🌞

VisaMaxNZ is officially back from the summer break and ready to help with your New Zealand immigration plans for the year ahead.

If you need advice on visas, renewals, or next steps for yourself, your whānau, or your business get in touch with our team.

📩 Send us a message here or contact us via our website to get started.
Please bear with us as we work through enquiries after the break.

Here’s to a positive year ahead.
— VisaMaxNZ team
www.visamaxnz.com
[email protected]

17/12/2025

Today is International Migrants Day.

To all those who have crossed oceans, left whānau behind, and started again in Aotearoa, we see you.

Migration takes courage.

May we keep building a country grounded in manaakitanga, fairness, and dignity for all who call this place home.
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16/12/2025

VisaMaxNZ will be closed for our summer break from 19 December 2025, and we’ll be back on deck from 7 January 2026.

Thanks to all our clients for your support throughout the year - we wish you a safe, restful, and happy holiday season.

We look forward to assisting you again in the new year 2026!

— The VisaMaxNZ team

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[email protected]
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15/12/2025

Belated birthday shout-out to a few of our legends who had birthdays throughout November 🎉
Happy birthday to Emman, Eden, Jayda and Dexter!
Really appreciate the mahi each of you bring to the team 🙌 Thank you!

16/10/2025

✈️ Great news for travellers!

From today, people from 11 more countries and territories can now use New Zealand’s automated eGates when arriving or departing.

If you’re aged 10 or over and hold a passport from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand, the Philippines, Seychelles or San Marino – you’re eligible!

Using eGates and completing the New Zealand Traveller Declaration can help speed up your journey through the airport.

📖 Read more: https://bit.ly/4h4btKW

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