Successful Section 61 Case 55 (Unlawful)

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.
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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.