New Zealand has relaxed its visa rules to allow remote workers to work while visiting. The move aims to stimulate the economy by boosting tourism as the country recovers from a recession. Targeting highly skilled individuals, particularly IT professionals from Southeast Asia and the US, the government seeks to attract more visitors who can support local businesses through their labor.
Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-27/new-zealand-eases-visa-rules-to-allow-visitors-to-work-remotely