AkoPhilippines Immigration Services

AkoPhilippines Immigration Services Committed to delivering personalized immigration assistance. We assist Visa Application to New Zealand

12/08/2026

🚨 Advisor update 🚨
Changes to the Parent Resident Visa

Starting 5 October 2026, Expressions of Interest (EOIs) will move to a new hybrid selection model:

90% selected by date order (gives priority to those waiting longest).

10% selected by random ballot.

The yearly cap remains at 2,500 visas.

If your EOI expires on or after 5 October, you do not need to do anything. More details on pool positions are coming soon!

Click the link below to learn more about how these changes affect you.
👉https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/changes-to-the-parent-resident-visa-category/

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10/08/2026

🚨 Advisor update 📢

Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) Clarifications

New Zealand Immigration has announced minor technical changes taking effect on 24 August 2026 to clarify SMC rules:

Work Experience Evidence

Applicants under Skilled Work Experience, Trades, and Technician Pathways must provide job descriptions, employment agreements, and tax records.

If overseas tax records are unavailable, a certificate of service from the previous employer is acceptable.

Wage Thresholds & Points

Applicants claiming 6 points strictly from income, qualification, or registration must meet the SMC wage threshold when invited to apply.

Those claiming points for NZ skilled work experience can use a combination of points that best suits them, potentially claiming points for lower-level qualifications.

The "look-back period" for setting the wage threshold differs from the period used for counting skilled work experience.

Check the official website for full details and scenarios.👇
👉 https://www.immigration.govt.nz/live/resident-visas-to-live-in-new-zealand/skilled-residence-pathways-in-new-zealand/skilled-migrant-category-pathway-to-residence/2026-changes-to-the-skilled-migrant-category-resident-visa/

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05/08/2026

🚨Advice update🚨
Immigration New Zealand has officially removed Hepatitis B and C from its high-cost health conditions list!
What this means:

No automatic medical fails for applicants with Hepa B or C.

Fair assessments based on individual medical circumstances.

Reflects lower treatment costs, making residency more accessible.

Updates have also been made to simplify requirements for psychiatric illness, addiction, autoimmune diseases, and renal/hepatic disorders.

👇 Click the link below to read the full update and see how it impacts your application!
https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/hepatitis-b-and-c-removed-from-resident-visa-high-cost-health-conditions-list/

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04/08/2026

🤔 PTE or IELTS – Which English Test is Better for Your New Zealand Visa? 🇳🇿

This is one of the most common questions we get! 💬

The answer is... it depends on YOU! 😊

💻 IELTS – Computer-delivered formats, with the speaking test conducted with a real examiner.
💻 PTE Academic – Fully computer-based, including the speaking component, with AI scoring and often faster results.

🎯 So, which one is right for you? It depends on your strengths and test-taking style.

One of the biggest keys to success is PREPARATION! Whether you choose IELTS or PTE, the better you prepare, the greater your chance of achieving your target score.


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27/07/2026

🚩 Someone wants money for a job? That's not an opportunity. It's a red flag.

Scammers may promise jobs, visas, or a pathway to stay in New Zealand if you pay upfront. Before you hand over your money, stop and check the facts.
A genuine job should pay you. Not the other way around.

👉 Learn more: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/immigration-scams/

21/07/2026

Find out where to look for work, what your visa options are, and how to check your qualifications and see if you need occupational registration.

18/07/2026

Attaining teacher registration in New Zealand can sometimes feel confusing and overwhelming because of the different requirements and documents needed throughout the process.

That’s why we are here to guide you every step of the way, from preparing your documents to understanding the requirements and completing your application. With the right support and guidance, your journey toward becoming a registered teacher in New Zealand becomes smoother and more manageable.

Send Us an email at [email protected] and we are happy to assist you.

for a FREE initial assessment please fill out the form
https://forms.gle/gZueGfdhUSvfXc3J9





17/06/2026

🚨Advisor update🚨

Immigration New Zealand has confirmed final details for the upcoming Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) Resident Visa changes, taking effect on 24 August 2026!

Here is what you need to know:
🔹 2 New Pathways: Introducing the Skilled Work Experience pathway and the Trades and Technician pathway.

🔹 Points Boost: Increased points for NZ qualifications and reduced NZ skilled work experience requirements under the Points-based pathway.

🔹 Simplified Wage Settings: Work to Residence pathways (Tier 2 Green List, Care Workforce, and Transport) are being aligned to make the process clearer.
Applicants won't be hit with higher wage thresholds if rates increase after they start counting their work experience!

For more information see link below. 👇
https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/final-details-about-changes-to-the-skilled-migrant-category-resident-visa-and-work-to-residence-visa/?utm_source=Immigration%20New%20Zealand&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=LIA_SMC_18June2026&utm_content=btn

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12/06/2026

🎉ANOTHER RESIDENCE APPROVED! 🇳🇿

10 months in the making… and approved with only 4 days left on the interim visa. 🥹🙏

What could have been a straightforward residence application turned into one of the most stressful journeys due to medical concerns and the uncertainty of being able to remain legally in New Zealand. There were moments of fear, waiting, sleepless nights, and constant efforts to find every possible pathway to fight for this family’s future. 💔➡️❤️

Today, all the hard work, patience, and prayers paid off.
A family of 5 is now officially NEW ZEALAND RESIDENTS! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🇳🇿

There were tears from both my client and me when we received the good news. Finally able to breathe and let go of all the stress — the puzzle has finally been solved. 🥹🧩

Every case is different, and while we can never guarantee the outcome, we always give our absolute best to support our clients through every challenge and every step of the journey. 🤝💚

Congratulations to this beautiful family on their new chapter in New Zealand! 🇳🇿🎊


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