A real long-distance partnership case and how Immigration New Zealand assessed it General information only. Not individual legal advice. For many couples, distance is temporary. For others, it becomes years of separation caused by work, family responsibilities, border restrictions, or cultural barriers. This case involves a couple who lived apart for almost five years. Despite having a genuine and committed relationship, they faced the same question many long-distance couples

Official INZ announcement on 91 occupations upgraded to Skill Level 1–3 for AEWV applications from 3 November 2025.

New Zealand Business Investor Visa – Investment Requirements and Residence Pathway | Greaton Immigration

Planning to study or migrate to New Zealand? The first step is to work with a licensed immigration adviser. This article explains how to verify an IAA licence, identify red flags, and avoid unlicensed “agents” or guaranteed-result scams. It also provides a self-protection checklist covering deliverables, exclusions, double review, and payments, plus guidance on how to file a complaint with the IAA. A must-read for anyone preparing a student, work, partnership, or residence vi

A prior criminal conviction triggered character concerns. We front loaded a character waiver, set out the incident and closure with a clear timeline, documented rehabilitation with third party evidence, and paired it with a practical study plan and funding. The file was structured and compliant, and the student visa was approved. The post includes a self check list and common pitfalls for similar cases.

A partnership visa was approved despite an ongoing legal marriage by proving a genuine de facto relationship and shared parenting. See the timeline and evidence matrix.

A woman in her 30s faced student visa refusal due to age, divorce, and course choice. With a stronger study plan and evidence, her new application was approved in New Zealand. Learn the key steps and insights from this turnaround case.

From refusal to approval in 30 days with a checkable timeline, an executable plan and a structured reply. Case by Greaton Immigration.

A partner work visa about to expire — and a criminal record. This post shows how dual filing (final partnership work visa + residence), a proactive, structured PPI reply, and a front-loaded character-waiver brief turn “likely decline” into a credible pathway to approval. Includes a month-by-month timeline template, a negatives-vs-positives counter-balance grid, and reference letter tips that actually help.

If your New Zealand visa has expired, you are unlawful and cannot use normal application routes. Section 61 is the narrow legal option to restore lawful status in special circumstances. This guide explains the consequences of overstay, what Section 61 is, how to build a strong request, common mistakes to avoid, and a real case study showing the route from overstay to residence. It includes a practical checklist and clear next steps.

After termination and mental health concerns, a new placement, clinical support and a lawful submission secured a student visa approval within a month.

A first year student failed all eight courses and faced high scrutiny for visa renewal. This case shows how renewal was still achieved by addressing study intent, building a verifiable funds pack, and presenting a credible new study pathway with realistic outcomes. The post explains the risk factors officers focus on, the document plan we used, and the checklist that improved consistency and readiness for lodgement.

A mother overcame rejection and a vague PPI letter to secure her NZ visitor visa. Learn how timing, file notes, and legal response strategies rebuilt trust.

A parent with visa refusal and overstay history secured a 3-year multiple-entry NZ visitor visa. Learn how narrative advocacy and a consistent evidence chain rebuilt trust with INZ.

An application was refused for character issues. By obtaining the full file, adding third-party evidence and submitting a targeted waiver, the applicant secured a 5-year multiple-entry visitor visa. Includes a Character Waiver Checklist.

A border refusal is not the end. With a rebuilt timeline, matched evidence and a structured explanation, the applicant secured a visitor visa. Includes a self-checklist to avoid common mistakes.