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Can my Permanent Residence application be declined due to a character problem?
We have handled some situations recently where a client has come to us facing the decline of their Permanent Residence application due to a character problem. Can my Permanent Residence application be declined due to a character problem? The answer is yes. The same...
Are you ready for the new Parent Boost Visitor Visa?
On 8 June 2025, the New Zealand government introduced the new Parent Boost Visitor Visa, a pathway designed to reunite families while ensuring health, financial, and sponsorship safeguards are in place. The category opens on 29 September 2025. Here’s everything you need to know about eligibility, sponsorship, and the requirements for applicants and sponsors.
New Zealand Citizenship
James Turner's new video blog answers some client questions about New Zealand citizenship. He explains the criteria to qualify, the impact criminal convictions may have on eligibility, acquiring it by birth or descent and lastly the advantages of having citizenship.
Buyer Beware – More to Learn About NZ Investor Visas
As we have been reporting recently, the revamped Active Investor Plus Residence Visa has been a hit. Well over 200 applications have been made since the scheme opened on 1 April, representing well over NZ$1 billion in potential capital. Some of that has already landed in New Zealand businesses, and there will be more to come.
Common Mistakes to avoid when applying for a New Zealand Visa
Applying for a New Zealand visa can be exciting, but it is also a process that demands accuracy, attention to detail, and a clear understanding of the rules, most importantly the questions on the forms. Many applicants unknowingly make small mistakes that can lead to delays, rejections, or unnecessary stress.
New Zealand Migration on the World Stage
Where does New Zealand stand on the world stage? Simon Laurent believes we present a more attractive option compared to this time even two years ago.