This update is for the upcoming changes to Immigration New Zealand's (INZ) approach to decision-making processes for temporary entry visa applications made in offshore branches.

INZ is streamlining the decision-making process for offshore temporary entry visa applications by changing its practice of seeking comment from applicants in circumstances where an application is likely to result in a decline decision. Instead it will generally only seek further comment when instances of Potentially Prejudicial Information (PPI) arise. As a consequence of this change, INZ practice will be more closely aligned to section 58 of the Immigration Act 2009 in enabling immigration officers to determine applications on the basis of the information, evidence and submissions provided. Importantly, appropriate principles of fairness and natural justice are preserved in INZ's decision-making.

The changes will come into effect on 21 November 2011.

There is a revision in the assessment of local English qualifications and its corresponding IELTS equivalent for entry in Anglia Ruskin University.

The details for the same are as below:

Level of Study	Indian qualification equivalent	IELTS
Undergraduate	60% in Secondary and Higher Secondary School Certificate	6.0
Postgraduate	65% in Higher Secondary School Certificate	6.5

This will help many Indian students for taking admission in Anglia Ruskin University, particularly in January 2012.