Immigration - Visas and Permits
Immigration law and Policy is a maze. It is easy to put a foot wrong. You want to know what Policy you or someone you know can use. Maybe you want to know whether you qualify, and you don't want to waste your money trying something which may not work for you.
Let us help. Fill in an Enquiry Form about the categories below. There are other minor categories which are not listed here - just ask us if you are not sure.
Residence
For people who have skills that New Zealand needs, plus relevant work experience and qualifications. Perhaps you have an offer of a New Zealand job.
Do you have relatives living in New Zealand who can sponsor you, or do you want to bring one of your loved ones to live with you here? Find out your options.
For business owners who have identified an opportunity to set up a business in New Zealand. This is initially a Work Visa but is a path to applying for Residence in the future.
If you have more than NZ$2.5 million to invest in New Zelaand for 5 years, it could be your path to settling in this safe and beautiful country.
New Zealand faces a serious shortage of skilled workers. You could fill the gap for a New Zealand employer if you have the right skills.
Employers can enquire about applying to recruit overseas staff. Save time and money by receiving our assessment.
enables a New Zealand Resident or Citizen to sponsor their partner either for a Work Visa or straight to Residence. You must prove that you have a "genuine and stable" relationship.
New Zealand qualifications have a good international reputation. Take your skills to the next level.
Let us take the stress and uncertainty out of your holiday plans, or that special journey to meet loved ones in this country.
Temporary Entry
Our Expertise
Simon Laurent has specialised in immigration work since 1996, with a special interest in refugees. He is on the Board of the New Zealand Association for Migration and Investment (NZAMI).
Simon is a founding member of the Auckland District Law Society Immigration & Refugee Committee (Convenor for 2006 and 2007). He has been involved in dialogue with Immigration New Zealand over the application of law and Policy, and has prepared submissions on the new Immigration Act due to be passed in 2009.
The insight gained from these official roles is put to use for existing clients. We can also enable you to prepare for future trends in New Zealand immigration.
Laurent Law
1st Floor Target Building, 93 Dominion Road, Mt Eden, Auckland 1003, New Zealand
Phone: (+64 9) 630 0411 Fax: (+64 9) 630 04112
Email: slaurent@laurentlaw.co.nz
How Can We Help You?
Now that you have learnt a little about us, we would love to learn a little about you and how we can help you with a legal issue that you may have. Simply click here and contact us, or pick up the phone and ring us on (+64 9) 630 0411. You can of course fax me, or post me a letter. Either way, we are not like big and impersonal law firms - we respond in a timely fashion and we actually appreciate you taking the time to contact us. Hear from you soon!
