Question 1
Do I need to wait until my current work visa expires before applying for a residency visa?
Answer: No, you don’t need to wait. You can apply for residency while holding a valid work visa. If your work visa is about to expire, you will need to apply for another temporary visa.
Question 2
Can Jimenez Immigration assist with a partner's visa renewal?
Answer: Yes, we assist with renewing your partner’s visa. Our fees follow the same structure: including a down payment at sign-up.
Question 3
Can Jimenez Immigration help with AEWV visa applications if I already have a job offer?
Answer: Yes, we can assist with your AEWV application. Once your employer provides the job token, forward the email to us, and we will guide you through the visa process. Our consultation fee is $2185 NZD, and the current INZ fee is $1630 NZD. We can also assist your employer with their stage 1 and stage 2 applications. Please check this link.Question 4
Can I apply for a Partnership Visa if my partner and I are living in different countries?
Answer: Yes, you can apply for a Partnership Visa even if living apart. Please check these links for more informationQuestion 5
What are the requirements for a Partnership Work Visa if my spouse is a Level 3 worker?
Answer: Level 3 workers are eligible for a Partnership Work Visa. We will need a copy of the work visa application to confirm the ANZSCO code of the supporting partner to confirm eligibility. We can help you obtain this. Please check this link:Question 6
Can I make partial payments for the visa services?
Answer: Yes, we allow partial payments. A down payment is required to start, with further payments in installments. The remaining balance is due after visa approval.
Question 7
Does Jimenez Immigration help find jobs in New Zealand for work visa applicants?
Answer: No, we only process work visas if you already have a job offer from an accredited employer. However, we assist in recruitment for specific professions like Electricians, Midwives, Teachers, Plumbers, Gasfitters, and Drainlayers.
Question 8
I’m on the Green List Tier 2 as an Early Childhood Teacher. Do I need to meet a specific pay rate for residency?
Answer: We cannot directly answer this question with a Yes or No. You need to have an assessment for this. Please check this link:Question 9
What evidence do I need for a Partnership Visa if my partner and I don’t own property together?
Answer: In addition to the link on Question 4, some of the evidence includes communication records, photos, travel history, and declarations from family or friends. We will guide you on gathering the required documents. A complete list will only be provided once you are a signed client.
Question 10
I am working in New Zealand as a Retail Manager/Assistant Restaurant Manager. Can I apply for residency?
Answer: Yes, there may be a pathway for residency. We can assess your eligibility, and our assessment fee is deductible from your total application costs if you proceed. please check this link:reQuestion 11
My spouse is a Level 4 worker. Can we still apply for a Partnership Work Visa?
Answer: Level 4 workers are affected by the June 26, 2024, rule changes. However, if your supporting partner is not exempt from the policy change, you can apply for a self-funded visitor visa instead.
Question 12
What happens if my visa application or residency application isn’t approved?
Answer: If your application is not approved, you will not need to pay the remaining balance. Jimenez Immigration maintains a high approval rate, increasing the likelihood of success.
Question 13
How much does it cost to extend a work visa under AEWV?
Answer: Our fee is $1725, and the Immigration fee is $1630
Question 14
Can I reuse my medical, police clearance, and English exam for my residency visa application if I already used them for my AEWV?
Answer: Your medical clearance may still be valid, typically for three years. However, police clearance and English exams may expire before your residency application is submitted.
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