Bloomberg
New Zealand Immigration Edges to 17-Month High Yet Remains Weak
Thursday, August 13, 2026
New Zealand's annual net migration reached a 17-month high in June 2026, driven by a decline in departures according to official data. The figure represents a recovery from prior months but remains below historical averages for the country. Net migration is calculated as the difference between people arriving and departing New Zealand on an annual basis.
