Minister of Immigration (New Zealand)
The portfolio was established in 1872 as the Secretary for Crown Lands and Immigration.The minister appointed was William Fitzherbert but when replaced later in the year by Maurice O'Rorke, the title was changed to Minister of Immigration.[2] The Minister of Immigration is responsible for leading the policy and strategic direction of the New Zealand immigration system and setting the rules and criteria for the granting of visas and entry permission, and making decisions in individual cases.The Minister of Immigration receives operational support from Immigration New Zealand, which is part of the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).[4][5] Independent Liberal Reform United Labour National NZ First