Services

SM Legal specialises in immigration law, serving all of New Zealand and beyond. We offer in-person consultations in Hamilton and Auckland, as well as video call appointments.
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Expert guidance in immigration law

With a decade of experience in immigration and citizenship law, our principal lawyer has been helping clients navigate personal challenges and adapt to numerous changes in immigration policy. As a first-generation New Zealander, her commitment to helping clients achieve their immigration goals is deeply personal.

 

Temporary Visas

Visitor Visas: For those planning short trips to New Zealand for tourism

Partnership-Based Visas: For partners of other visa holders

Work Visas: For individuals coming to New Zealand to work or those who have recently completed their studies here

Student Visas: For those wanting to study at New Zealand secondary schools or tertiary institutions

Limited Visas: For those seeking entry to New Zealand for a specific purpose and unlikely to be granted a visitor visa for the same reason

 

Residency

Partnership-Based Residence Applications: For those in a relationship with New Zealand residents and citizens

Skilled Migrant Residence: Including case reviews to check eligibility

Green List (Straight to Residence) Applications.

Parent Residence Applications: Including Parent Retirement for those with adult children in New Zealand

Victims of Family Violence Residence Applications: Often taken on a pro bono basis if availability allows

Permanent Residence Applications

 

Business Services

Employer Accreditation and Job Check Applications: Assisting with or managing these applications

Business Visa Applications

Recognised Seasonal Employer Applications.

Employee Visa Applications: Assisting your employees with their visa applications

 

 

Navigating complex immigration challenges

Lodged Visa Applications: If you’ve received a Potentially Prejudicial Information letter from INZ, we can help you respond effectively.

Character Waivers: Assistance if you don’t fully meet the criteria for a visa application.

Medical Waivers: Support if you need help meeting the medical criteria for a visa application.

Lodging Appeals: Assistance with appeals to the Immigration and Protection Tribunal for declined temporary and residence visa applications.

Ministerial Appeals: Guidance on making appeals to the Minister and Associate Minister of Immigration.

Citizenship: SM Legal provides assistance with citizenship applications, guiding you through the process to secure your New Zealand citizenship.