Where to go for more support
Community Law |
Your local Community Law Centre can provide you with free initial legal advice. Find your local Community Law Centre online: www.communitylaw.org.nz/our-law-centres |
Immigration New Zealand |
Immigration New Zealand is the government organisation that deals with visa applications and other immigration issues. It’s part of the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. Website: www.immigration.govt.nz The Operational manual contains immigration instructions that people who want to come to New Zealand must follow. While it is not a step-by-step guide, it will help you follow Immigration New Zealand’s processes. Access it here: www.immigration.govt.nz/opsmanual See also Immigration’s policies and processes: www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/policy-and-law/how-the-immigration-system-operates |
Immigration and Protection Tribunal |
The Immigration and Protection Tribunal determines appeals on Immigration New Zealand’s decisions about refugee and protection matters. Website: www.justice.govt.nz/Tribunals/immigration/immigration-and-protection |