This is an HTML version of an attachment to the Official Information request 'Immigration compliance officer uniform and equipment'.


 
 
 
 
 
27 February 2026 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ref: DOIA-REQ-0027377 
 
 
Josh Crate 
Email: [FYI request #33638 email]  
 
 
Tēnā koe Josh, 
 
Thank you for your email of 5 February 2026 to the Ministry of Business and Innovation (MBIE) 
requesting, under the Official Information Act 1982 (the Act), the following information: 
 
• I am requesting images and information relating to the uniform and equipment used by 
immigration compliance officers. 
 
For example stab vests, equipment, uniforms.
 
 
Our response 
 
Please find attached images of the Compliance Officer uniform for Immigration New Zealand. MBIE can 
advise that Compliance Officers working with MBIE are allocated the following items in addition to their 
standard uniform: 
 
•  Stab proof vests 
•  Handcuffs 
•  Radios 
•  Cameras 
 
If you wish to discuss any aspect of your request or this response, or if you require any further assistance, 
please contact [email address]. 
 
You have the right to seek an investigation and review by the Ombudsman of this decision. Information 
about how to make a complaint is available at www.ombudsman.parliament.nz or freephone 0800 802 
602. 
 
 
Nāku noa, nā 
 
 
 
 
Fadia Mudafar 
National Manager Compliance 
Te Whakatairanga Service Delivery 
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment