This report examines trends in temporary and permanent migration to and from New Zealand. The report updates trends to 2013/14 and compares recent immigration patterns with patterns identified in previous years.

Introduction

This report is the 14th in an annual series about temporary and permanent migration trends to and from New Zealand. This report updates trends to the end of the 2013/14 financial year and has been prepared for:

· policy makers concerned with migration flows and their impacts

· the wider public with an interest in immigration policy and outcomes