David Cooper: Immigration expert says eventually up to 60,000 people will get visa under new settings
Early Edition with Ryan Bridge · Newstalk ZB
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Show Notes
High hopes new immigration settings will have much-needed talent flocking to our shores.
The Government's reopened sections for skilled migrant and parent visas, key residence categories effectively shut off during the pandemic.
Malcolm Pacific Immigration Chief Executive, David Cooper told Kate Hawkesby the Government has approved close to 60,000 job checks so far.
He says eventually, around 50-60,000 people will get visas, with a good percentage going on to apply for residency.
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