Unlawfully in New Zealand? You Still Have Options - But Time Matters
If you’re unlawfully in New Zealand - meaning your visa has expired or you’ve overstayed - you may still be able to regain legal status through a Section 61 request. While decisions under Section 61 are made at the absolute discretion of Immigration New Zealand, they are still subject to public law principles of fairness.
What fairness requires depends on:
At Immigration Trust, we’ve helped hundreds of people in exactly your situation - some overstaying for months or even years - by guiding them through a Section 61 request.
We don’t offer false hope. We offer a clear, honest, expert-led process — starting with a confidential case assessment reviewed directly by our CEO and licensed principal adviser, Simon.
What fairness requires depends on:
- The law itself
- Your specific circumstances
- The impact the decision will have on your life and family
At Immigration Trust, we’ve helped hundreds of people in exactly your situation - some overstaying for months or even years - by guiding them through a Section 61 request.
We don’t offer false hope. We offer a clear, honest, expert-led process — starting with a confidential case assessment reviewed directly by our CEO and licensed principal adviser, Simon.
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What You Risk by Waiting
Remaining unlawful is not just stressful - it’s dangerous:
- You can be detained and deported at any time, with no warning
- You may be barred from re-entering New Zealand, even years later
- Your family members may face consequences, especially if they help you stay unlawfully
- If you’re caught drink driving or in a routine police check, deportation could follow immediately
- The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to convince Immigration NZ to approve your case
Why Immigration Trust?
When you’re unlawful in New Zealand, you don’t just need advice - you need results.
Here’s why people trust us with their Section 61 cases:
Here’s why people trust us with their Section 61 cases:
- ✅ Over a Decade of Experience
We've helped people in your situation for 10+ years - ✅ Led by Simon, Our CEO and Licensed Adviser
You’ll deal directly with someone who knows the law and gets real results - ✅ We Tell You the Truth
If your case isn't viable, we’ll say so. No false hope, no wasted money - ✅ Secure & Confidential Process
No risky emails - all files and communication happen inside a secure online portal - ✅ Fixed Fees and Flexible Options
No hidden costs. Transparent pricing with installment plans available
What Our Clients Say
I was referred to Simon for help with a S61 request. I had become unlawful after a situation beyond my control.... Today has marked the closure of a 10 year long difficult chapter in my life. I can’t recommend or rate Simon and the whole team highly enough! Not only did I get a positive result but the compassion, kindness and respect I have been shown throughout the whole process has made what appeared to be a daunting process feel achievable. Click HERE to read the real review
Highly recommend Simon and Team from Immigration Trust. They obtained a favourable outcome for my husbands Section 61 application with Immigration NZ. We received the awesome news 2 weeks after application was submitted. Click HERE to read the real review
My section 61 application was approved after years of difficulties and inadequate advice from elsewhere. Click HERE to read the real review
Despite our previous visa application successes with our family lawyer, she was not able to provide the correct advice and the service we needed to get a successful outcome on this Section 61 application. During this time, there was a lot of time, money and resources wasted. I then searched the internet and found the Immigration Trust website. I read through all the successful Section 61 reviews the organisation had received from their clients. It was at this moment that I knew and believed that they could bring about the success we were seeking with the Section 61 application. ........... I am happy to report that through the successful outcome of this Section 61 application we will continue to engage the services of Immigration Trust for his partnership work visa application. Click HERE to read the real review
Start Your Unlawful Case Assessment Now!
Your situation may feel overwhelming - but you are not alone. This is the first and most important step toward getting your life back on track. You may not get another opportunity. Start now — while you still have options. Simon, our CEO and principal adviser will review your case in advance and assess your options during the session. Private, secure, and expert-led — no judgment, just honest guidance.
