New Zealand was always considered a pretty safe place to visit and live in. All that is changing though, thanks to the attack of Christchurch which was a terrorist attack in nature. It took place recently and has people afraid to live or even visit the country.
Immigration in the country of New Zealand is very aware of the fact that the mass shooting which took place in Christchurch I disturbing and alarming for migrants that are going into New Zealand and also for those who are considering a move there or a visit. The attack took the country by surprise and many are just too scared it could happen again.