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Character Concerns.
Criminal Conviction.

[Success Stories] Student Visa Approved Despite Character Concerns
# Visa Approved
# Character Issue
# Criminal Record
# Student Visa
# Character Waiver
The Challenge:
A male applicant with a past criminal conviction sought to apply for a New Zealand student visa. His record raised character concerns that typically lead to application rejection.
Our Solution:
We identified the need for a character waiver early and advised the applicant accordingly. Our team gathered a full account of the incident and structured a submission based on legal grounds, referencing relevant sections of immigration policy. We addressed the risk factors, presented mitigating evidence, and carefully prepared a supporting statement to explain the rehabilitation and future intentions of the applicant.
The Outcome:
The student visa was approved without delay.
Highlight:
Demonstrated deep legal understanding of INZ character waiver policy and successfully secured a student visa for an applicant with a criminal background through proactive case strategy and legal argumentation.
Why
Applicants
Trust
Greaton
Lawful Strategy.
Trusted Expertise.
Measurable Success.
Reason
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Deep Understanding of immigration Logic
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Risk Identification + Legal Framing
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Licensed Adviser, Not Delegated
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Integrity Over Promises
What It Means
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Former INZ Officer as principle adviser
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Every case receives legal structure, not just admin prep
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No unlicensed outsourcing, all work reviewed in-house
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We don’t sell “guarantees” we deliver compliance and care
Why Clients Trust Greaton
Lawful Strategy. Trusted Expertise. Measurable Success.
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114 Alexandra Street, Hamilton 3204