Successful Character Waiver Case 8

In a seemingly simple case, a client encountered a major setback in their partnership visa application. They had been working under an Interim Visa, which explicitly prohibited employment, leading to a visa rejection.

Desperate for a solution, they turned to a new adviser, who suggested framing the work as a friendly favour rather than paid employment. Despite warnings about the uncertain outcome, they also applied for a character waiver as a backup.

Unfortunately, the plan failed, and the client withdrew their application, left in a worse position due to their previous lawyer’s poor advice.

In need of expert guidance, they approached our firm and sought the expertise of CEO Simon. After a successful consultation, Simon promptly sent a letter of engagement, which the client quickly signed, allowing the process to begin.

A critical step involved responding to the PPI notice, with Simon and the client preparing a robust case supported by statements and letters from family and friends. Their thorough preparation paid off, and the application was approved, granting the client a work visa.
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Relieved, the client and their partner are now free from past stress and are much closer to achieving New Zealand residency—a significant milestone made possible by Simon’s expertise.