Christchurch Earthquake

A magnitude 6.3 earthquake occurred near the city of Christchurch in Canterbury, New Zealand, on 22 February 2011.

Updates on the earthquake are available on the Canterbury Earthquake website (http://canterburyearthquake.org.nz/).

Doing Business with Iran – Requirement to Register

From 1 March 2011, New Zealanders and New Zealand entities must register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade if they intend to do any business with Iran.

Full details of the Iran business registration requirement are available on the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade website.

Important information for visa applicants

Immigration New Zealand’s Dubai Branch (INZ Dubai) now processes all visa applications for Iranian nationals who are living in Iran.