Skilled residents need more focus in visa system, says Auditor-General

Skilled residents need more focus in visa system, says Auditor-General
Skilled residence visas are strategically important to the country, says Auditor-General John Ryan. (Image: Getty)
Jem Traylen
They’re only 1.4% of visas issued but the Auditor-General says skilled residence visas aren’t getting the focus they need given their strategic importance.Commenting on a report he tabled in Parliament on Thursday, Auditor-General John Ryan said a well-managed and effective visa system can give countries a competitive edge in the global market for skills.“They also give confidence to migrants, to the public, and to employers who need the skills that migrants bring.”Lack of focusThe report, titled "Immigration New Ze...