Despite facing deportation, Aaron's expert guidance and unwavering support led to a positive outcome
I went to two different lawyers but no one could give me any hope. All they said was: “This isn’t going to go well for you.” Then I came across New Zealand Immigration Law on Google.
Aaron described the steps we would take, how the case would go, and what could happen. He used “we” instead of “I”, emphasising to me how genuine and helpful he was. He was with me by my side.
Recently we assisted a client who had a criminal conviction to achieve his dream of becoming a permanent resident. Read Asif’s story here:
I came to New Zealand in 2010 to study a Bachelor of IT. I chose New Zealand because the education system is similar to my home country. I also wanted to come here for the environment and lifestyle, and because my father’s friends spoke highly of it. Friends who have gone to other countries experienced a lot of discrimination, but here I have not experienced racism at all. It’s very safe to practice Islam in New Zealand.
Unfortunately, in 2016, a very serious case was put against me. I was falsely accused of taking advantage of personal data. I worked with a lawyer who successfully cleared the case, but I was left with a criminal conviction. My New Zealand visa was due for renewal in 2017 – if I applied for residency, the conviction could mean I wouldn’t get it. Worse, I could be deported. I was frightened, and I couldn’t find anyone to help me or give me direction.
I went to two different lawyers but no one could give me any hope. All they said was: “This isn’t going to go well for you.” Then I came across New Zealand Immigration Law on Google. I emailed Aaron and he invited me to meet with him.
Aaron reviewed my situation and told me there was a high possibility he could resolve the issue, but it was going to be a long case. Right from the start he mapped everything out for me. He described the steps we would take, how the case would go, and what could happen. He used “we” instead of “I”, emphasising to me how genuine and helpful he was. He was with me by my side. I opened my file with him on the same day because I genuinely trusted him.
After more than a year of battle, I finally heard great news from New Zealand Immigration: I was allowed to stay in New Zealand legally and not get deported. This was all possible because of Aaron’s helpful hand, expertise, and vast knowledge on New Zealand immigration matters. Everything he said at the start happened just the way he said it would.
Aaron was so professional, and he helped me with a lot of things. If I hadn’t found him, I would have given up. I would have stayed without a plan for a visa and probably just had to leave.
I can’t thank Aaron enough for helping me out and getting a positive outcome from Immigration New Zealand. I am really grateful to him and Junior, who kept communicating updates with me.
If you need help or advice with your visa, contact our team today.
Asif Aman
Residency visa when a client has a criminal conviction
