Update
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced a
processing operation decision for Phase 2 2021 Resident Visa
(2021RV) applications.
The decision is to hold all Phase 2 2021RV applications
submitted through the enhanced system until the end of March 2022.
From the end of March 2022, these applications will be released for
processing in the order that the principal applicant's current
visa expires. Visa expiries will be noted at the time of
application submission.
At the time of application, our understanding is that select
documentation and information including copies of passports and an
INZ1242 authority declaration will need to be uploaded.
Our thoughts
Normally INZ will process applications on a first in first
service basis. INZ have made a complete U-turn on the processing of
Phase 2 2021RV applications. We suspect the U-turn here is to allow
INZ to control and manage workflow for staff processing of Phase 2
2021RV applications.
