A double welcome in the community today👋 Please help me welcome @Garth Schutte and @Navjot Kaur We are so happy you found and joined us. This feed operates kind of like a Facebook feed (without the ads! 😉) Feel free to introduce yourself when you are ready. We also have a Classroom section at the top , this is where you will find The Clear Path NZ Immigration Roadmap framework download to start your Clarity pathway to a New Life in NZ! You are welcome to post any questions or DM me for a private chat. You've got this!

Grateful for the slow and steady growth and opportunity to help you find your clear path to building a new life in New Zealand. I am thinking of doing a live chat session every week where you can join in and bring any questions to hopefully get them answered, so you can keep moving forward towards your goals and get clarity on your next steps. Let me know in the comments if you would like that and think it would be helpful.

Immigration New Zealand has released further details about changes to the Skilled Migrant Resident Visa system, these updates will take effect from late August 2026. Here’s what you need to know: 1️⃣ Trades and Technician pathway confirmed The occupation list for the Trades and Technician residence pathway has now been released. This pathway is for migrants who: ✅ Work in specified ANZSCO Skill Level 1-3 trade or technician roles ✅ Hold a relevant Level 4 (or higher) qualification ✅ Have at least 4 years of directly relevant post-qualification experience in an ANZSCO Skill Level 1-3 occupation (this can include overseas experience, and does not need to be at the median wage), however: ✅ The 4 years must include 1.5 years in New Zealand earning at least the SMC median wage If you are looking at the list and you cannot see your occupation, keep in mind that the current list does not appear to include occupations under NOL. Also remember that the ANZSCO code used for your work visa is not determinative when it comes to applying for residency - it is possible to argue an application under a different code. We expect the list will be updated over time. 2️⃣ Introduction of Red and Amber lists The previously announced Red and Amber occupation lists have now been released. These lists are designed to manage immigration risk and ensure residence pathways remain targeted to genuine skill needs. At this stage, these lists only impact pathways to residence under the Skilled Work Experience Category. 🔴 Red List occupations - NOT eligible under the Skilled Work Experience pathway. If your occupation is on the Red List you may still have a pathway under the Skilled Migrant Category 6-point system. For example by: ➡️ Earning at least 1.5 times the SMC median wage for 2 years, or ➡️ Holding a Bachelor’s (Level 7) or higher qualification and required NZ work experience, or ➡️ Holding recognised occupational registration and required NZ work experience 🟠 Amber List occupations - Eligible for the new Skilled Work Experience pathway.

I just want to say a special shout out welcome to our newest members for the past week! I am super excited that you joined us here in NewLifeNZ and looking forward to read your questions and help and support you along your journey however far along on you are on Your Clear Path. Please say Hi and Welcome to @Caroline Breeds @Kerry Beeton @Lleneke Dawkins @Waqas Rehman @Syeda Mariam Mazhar

Hi everyone - Just a notice to check out the last couple of weeks newsetters have been uploaded in the advisor section for you to read. Heaps of helpful information and tips in there crucial to know. The Link is also below for quick access.https://www.skool.com/newlifenz/classroom/2582cfc5?md=2fba943c80ae4c8abe60f3828ef09dc8 Let me know in a comment below if you have any visa or related questions.