Corrections Regulations 2005, reg 87; Immigration Act 2009, ss 175, 176; Parole Act 2002, s 55; Prison Operations Manual, R.05

If you’re not a New Zealand citizen, the government can make an order deporting you to your home country. But before you can be deported, a copy of the deportation order must be given to you.

It would be a good idea to contact a Community Law Centre near you and get some legal advice from an immigration lawyer on these issues.

You are allowed to make free phone calls to your consular representative.

Yes, you have a right to appeal and you can’t be deported until the time for bringing the appeal has run out or your appeal has been turned down.