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Labour says it will set immigration levels based on what New Zealand needs in terms of jobs, housing and infrastructure. Migrants will need to live here for four years before they can apply for permanent residency, instead of two. Labour will make it easier for migrants to change employers, protect people from exploitation, and allow Pacific Islanders from Forum nations to visit New Zealand without needing a visa.
“Labour will plan immigration around New Zealand's capacity by setting goals through a Government Policy Statement on immigration that reflects our workforce demographic, housing and infrastructure needs.”
“Labour will expand visa-waiver access to citizens from the Pacific Islands Forum nations, making it easier and more affordable for Pacific whānau to reconnect.”
“Families shouldn't have to choose between meeting their everyday costs and being able to welcome loved ones from the islands to New Zealand.”
Summarised neutrally from Labour’s own official policy (as at 2026-10-21) and checked by an editor. Nothing is paraphrased without the source linked. Read the original ↗ Politika is non-partisan. Compare all parties on Immigration →
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