Successful Section 61 Case 37 (Unlawful)

This client initially applied for a Partnership-Based Resident Visa on her own. Unfortunately, miscommunication with Immigration New Zealand (INZ) and a change in case officer complicated her application. By the time she finally reconnected with INZ, she learned that her visa had expired, leaving her unlawfully in New Zealand.

Seeking help, she discovered our firm online and was impressed by Simon, our CEO, after reading his profile on our website. She promptly booked a phone consultation.

During the consultation, the client shared details about her visa status and the circumstances that led to her unlawful situation. Simon outlined the steps forward and potential outcomes. Confident in his expertise, she signed the engagement letter.

Simon meticulously prepared her Section 61 request, conducting further phone meetings to ensure accuracy. As a mother of a young child, getting it right the first time was crucial to avoid family separation.

After submitting the request, both the client and her family anxiously awaited the outcome. Just weeks later, INZ approved her Section 61 request, granting her a six-month work visa.

The client was overjoyed, thanking Simon for giving her the chance to stay and sort out her resident visa.
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Note: This success was achieved entirely through our efficient, remote IT system—a practice we embraced during COVID-19 restrictions and continue to uphold for its practicality and effectiveness.