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New Zealand Tightens Visa Rules As Migration Hits "Unsustainable" Levels

Wellington, New Zealand: New Zealand is implementing immediate changes to its employment visa program in response to a near-record migration last year, which the government has deemed "unsustainable." These changes aim to balance the need to attract highly skilled migrants to prioritize job opportunities for New Zealanders. One of the key changes includes the introduction of an English language requirement for low-skilled jobs. This measure is intended to ensure that individuals coming to New Zealand for work can effectively communicate and integrate into the local community.

Additionally, a minimum skills and work experience threshold will be set for most employer work visas. This move is designed to ensure that incoming migrants possess the necessary qualifications and experience to contribute effectively to the New Zealand workforce. Another significant change is the reduction of the maximum continuous stay for most low-skilled roles from five years to three years. This adjustment is aimed at ensuring that long-term migrant workers are not filling these roles at the expense of opportunities for local job seekers.

Immigration Minister Erica Stanford emphasized the government's focus on attracting and retaining highly skilled migrants, particularly in areas facing skill shortages such as secondary teaching. However, she also stressed the importance of ensuring that New Zealanders are given priority for jobs where there are no skills shortages. Last year, New Zealand experienced a near-record influx of 173,000 migrants. This surge in migration, coupled with the country's population of approximately 5.1 million, has raised concerns about the potential impact on inflation and the economy. Neighbouring Australia, which has also seen a significant increase in migration, has announced plans to halve its migrant intake over the next two years. These actions indicate a broader trend among countries in the region to recalibrate their migration policies in response to changing economic conditions and priorities.

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