1339 (2026). Hon Phil Twyford to the Minister of Immigration

Written Question

Published date: 11 Feb 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	1339 (2026)
Question asked:	27 Jan 2026
Member asking:	Hon Phil Twyford
Portfolio:	Minister of Immigration
Minister replying:	Hon Erica Stanford
Answer received:	04 Feb 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_01339_2026
Document guid:	3211da89-bb92-4eea-beb2-c6082efd5795

1339 (2026). Hon Phil Twyford to the Minister of Immigration: What is the total amount, if any, of individuals who arrived into New Zealand on a Work To Residence Visa during the week of 19th January 2026?

Hon Erica Stanford: I am advised that during the week of 19 January 2026 to 25 January 2026, a total of 10 individuals arrived in New Zealand on a Work to Residence Visa comprising both residence and temporary entry Work to Residence Visa holders. First arrivals under the skilled residence Work to Residence pathway are low due to the requirement to have worked in New Zealand for 24 months and therefore most are granted visas while onshore.