The giving of immigration advice is regulated by the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007. Immigration lawyers (with New Zealand practising certificates) are regulated under the Lawyers and Conveyancers Act 2006, and the disciplinary and supervisory structures under that Act. It is an offence to provide immigration advice (which includes how to answer questions on immigration
Introduction There are several routes towards residence based on employment in New Zealand. Most require existing employment. Residence can be achieved before arrival but only for those on the Green List: Tier 1. In all other cases, a work visa and work experience is required before transitioning into residence. The rules are strict. Low skilled
New Zealand’s Parent Boost Visitor Visas September 2025 Immigration New Zealand has issued new rules that apply to the much vaunted (in the media) new policy called “Parent Boost”. The circular was available for those who knew where to find it on the website that Immigration New Zealand maintains on 22 August 2025. For some
New Zealand’s Golden Investment Visa Active Investor Plus August 2025 26 August 2025 D J Ryken Ryken and Associates Barristers and Solicitors Email: david@rykenlaw.co.nz
New Zealand’s Golden Investment Visa Active Investor Plus August 2025 17 August 2025 D J Ryken Ryken and Associates Barristers and Solicitors Email: david@rykenlaw.co.nz
Refugee and Protection cases from India and other democratic countries August 2025 The Refugee Status Unit in New Zealand has been swamped by meritless cases from India. Almost always a localised issue is the basis of the claim. One of the most misunderstood aspects of asylum law is that international protection cannot be conceded where