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I came to New Zealand on a work visa tied to one employer, and I am now being underpaid and told to work extra hours without pay. I am afraid that if I complain I will lose my visa and have to leave. Can I change employer, and are there protections for migrants?
I have significant savings and would like to move to New Zealand with my family by making an investment. Some people talk about golden visas, but I am not sure what is available or how it works. What should I know?
I applied for a residence visa, and Immigration New Zealand declined my application because I did not meet the acceptable standard of health. I have managed my condition well for years, and I work full-time. Is there any way to overcome this?
My parents live overseas and are getting older, and I would like them to come and stay with me for an extended period. A friend mentioned a special visa for parents. What options exist, and are there conditions?
My partner is a New Zealand citizen and we have lived together for over a year. Immigration New Zealand declined my partnership visa, saying our relationship was not genuine and stable. We are devastated. What are our options?
My current work visa expires in a few weeks and I have applied for a new one, but the decision has not come yet. I am worried that I may have to stop work or that I will become an overstayer. What are the rules?
A person at a community group offers to submit my visa application for a fee and says they know all the tricks. I do not know if that is legal or safe. Who is allowed to give immigration advice in New Zealand?
Immigration New Zealand has told me that I am liable for deportation because of previous offending. I have lived here for many years and have children who are New Zealand citizens. Is there any way to challenge the decision?
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