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 contac
t [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 availab
le 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