Success Stories
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By Immigration Trust
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A woman married to a New Zealand Permanent Resident faced a challenging situation when her work visa expired while her Partnership-Based Residence Visa was still being processed. With her visa status lapsed, she reached out to multiple immigration lawyers and advisers but struggled to find a clear path forward. In her search for solutions, she booked a free consultation with Simon, one of our experienced immigration experts. During the consultation, Simon carefully assessed her situation and recommended applying for a Section 61 request to regain her lawful status in New Zealand. After engaging Simon’s services, they worked together to prepare a compelling Section 61 application. Thanks to thorough preparation and Simon’s expertise, her application was approved, allowing her to stay in New Zealand and continue pursuing her Partnership-Based Residence Visa. This success highlights the importance of timely, expert advice when navigating complex immigration challenges. If you’re in a similar situation or need help with your visa application, contact us today for a free consultation.  A client, the partner of a New Zealand citizen, became unlawful after her Partnership-Based Work Visa was declined. Facing uncertainty, she sought our help. We prepared a strong Section 61 application, demonstrating their genuine relationship and the challenges they faced. Our detailed approach led to a successful outcome, restoring her lawful status and allowing her to remain with her partner in New Zealand.  At Immigration Trust, we specialise in resolving complex immigration cases. Recently, we assisted an Indonesian couple and their child in legalising their status in New Zealand after years of uncertainty. The couple had been living unlawfully in New Zealand due to circumstances beyond their control, facing the constant threat of deportation. A deportation order was issued against the wife, putting the family’s future in jeopardy. Seeking a solution, they turned to Immigration Trust, where we recommended a Section 61 application, a pathway for individuals with exceptional circumstances to legalise their status. Section 61 is a last resort, requiring compelling evidence to prove the applicant’s ties to New Zealand and the hardship they would face if deported. We worked to demonstrate the couple’s deep roots in New Zealand, the impact of deportation on their family, and their commitment to complying with immigration laws. Our team meticulously prepared the application, gathering essential documentation, including personal statements, evidence of their life in New Zealand, and letters of support. We also addressed the wife’s deportation order by crafting clear, compelling submissions that highlighted the family’s exceptional circumstances and the broader benefits of allowing them to remain. Through diligent preparation and strategic advocacy, their Section 61 application was approved, and the deportation order was cancelled. The family was granted a work visa for the parents and a student visa for their child, allowing them to rebuild their lives in New Zealand without fear.    Securing a visa can be overwhelming, especially during global challenges. Here's a success story of how we helped a Chinese couple achieve a positive outcome despite complex circumstances. The couple arrived in New Zealand on a five-month visitor visa before the COVID-19 pandemic to support their pregnant daughter. As the pandemic unfolded, they extended their visas multiple times with backing from their New Zealand-resident daughter and son-in-law. They also applied for a Parent Resident Visa, though they are still waiting for the draw. Their situation took a challenging turn when their visitor visa extension was declined, leaving them unlawfully in the country. Pandemic-related delays and their essential role in supporting their family compounded their difficulties. The couple sought our help with a Section 61 application, which allows the Minister of Immigration to grant a visa to someone with unlawful status. Our team approached the case with care and precision:
Our strategic approach led to the successful approval of their Section 61 application. The couple can now remain lawfully in New Zealand, continuing to support their family. This outcome reflects our dedication to delivering tailored solutions during the most challenging times.     |
