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Client Visas APPROVED
These visas were represented by Success Hacker. These visa applications were made on behalf of clients/family who used our Visa Hybrid , Visa Standard or Visa Plus services. This page is up to date as of 17 April 2026. Family 1 Visa Standard - General Visitor Visa Family 2 Visa Plus - AEWV (Diabetes & associated complications) Visa Standard - Partner of a Worker Work Visa Family 3 TBC...
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Mar 281 min read
DIY Visas APPROVED
Success Hacker did NOT represent these visas. These visas were DIY applications where clients/family ONLY used our Consultation or Visa Lite (document review) services. This page is up to date as of 17 April 2026. Family 1 Visa Lite - General Visitor Visa sponsored by a New Zealand Resident Visa-holder Visa Lite - General Visitor Visa sponsored by a New Zealand Resident Visa-holder Visa Lite - General Visitor Visa sponsored by a New Zealand Resident Visa-holder Family 2
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Mar 281 min read
New Zealand Prestige Awards 2025/26 ✨️WINNER✨️
We're proud to announce that we've won the ✨️Service Excellence✨️ award for the New Zealand Prestige Awards 2025/26, hosted by the Prestige Awards UK & Corporate LiveWire! It's not often that businesses get recognised in their infancy, so it's definitely a huge honour to be among the few that have! As a small business, this acknowledges the dedication we've shown our clients during our start-up stages in 2025. It also motivates us to stay committed to that same service in 202
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Feb 71 min read
Mastering the IELTS & PTE: Tips for Success
Download a FREE resource guide with tips & tricks on how to get top band scores for your IELTS & PTE English language tests!
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Jul 7, 20252 min read
Copy of Green List Pathway Eligibility Checker
This eligibility checker is indicative only - it cannot account for small factors that affect eligibility, e.g. Incorrect consideration of qualifications (e.g. NZQCF vs IQA result), Incorrect application of study course type, course duration or course location, Incorrect consideration of when to hold a previous Bachelor's or not to claim RPL, Incorrect determination of when eligibility to apply starts or ends, Not having an acceptable standard of health for temporary entry, N
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Apr 131 min read
Green List Pathway Eligibility Checker
This eligibility checker is indicative only - it cannot account for small factors that affect eligibility, e.g. Incorrectly claiming an ANZSCO code that doesn't align with your role, Incorrect consideration of Green List Requirements Incorrect application of wage requirements to skilled employment, Incorrect consideration of skilled work experience to claim points (e.g. too long ago), Not being suitably qualified for the role, Not having an acceptable standard of health for r
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Apr 131 min read
SMC Pathway Eligibility Checker
This eligibility checker is indicative only - it cannot account for small factors that affect eligibility, e.g. Incorrectly claiming an ANZSCO code that doesn't align with your role, Incorrect consideration of qualifications to claim points (e.g. NZQCF vs IQA result), Incorrect application of wage requirements to skilled employment, Incorrect consideration of skilled work experience to claim points (e.g. too long ago), Incorrect consideration of occupational registration requ
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Apr 131 min read
Case Study: Green List Requirements
Understanding "Green List Requirements" through a case study Initial Contact & Consultation I was recently contacted by someone who had applied for their Straight To Residence Visa (STR) with Immigration New Zealand. They reached out because they received an unnerving letter from Immigration New Zealand, raising concerns about their application: the Immigration Officer did not believe the applicant met the Green List Requirements for the role he was claiming to apply under. W
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Apr 1011 min read
Plan ahead: AEWV maximum continuous stays take effect
Read more on the Immigration New Zealand news centre . We are reminding Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) holders and their employers to plan ahead if they are approaching their maximum continuous stay (MCS). The MCS is the total amount of time someone can stay in New Zealand on 1 or more AEWVs. Once a migrant reaches their maximum stay, they must spend 12 months outside of New Zealand before they can be granted another AEWV. Employers cannot continue to employ AEWV holde
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Nov 22, 20251 min read
Feedback improves student visa application process
Read more on the Immigration New Zealand news centre . Further improvements are coming for international student visa applications, following their move to Immigration New Zealand’s enhanced Immigration Online system. In August 2025, we launched our redesigned student visa application process to make it more efficient for everyone. The new dynamic application form means you only need to answer questions relevant to your client’s situation. The form includes guidance and easy
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Nov 21, 20251 min read
Reminder: New seasonal work visas launch soon
Read more on Immigration New Zealand news centre . On 8 December 2025, job check and visa applications will open for the new Global Workforce Seasonal Visa and Peak Seasonal Visa, under the Accredited Employer Work Visa framework. Announced in August, these visas are being introduced to help accredited employers access more workers during periods of peak seasonal activity. A Global Workforce Seasonal Visa can be granted for 3 years if your clients have an employment agreemen
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Nov 21, 20251 min read
91 new roles to be recognised for AEWVs
Read more on Immigration New Zealand news centre . From 3 November 2025, we will recognise 91 new occupations from the National Occupation List for Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) applications. These roles will be at skill levels 1 to 3. An employer must first advertise the role and genuinely try to appoint a suitable New Zealander. Where that is not possible, an employer must be accredited and apply for a job check to hire a migrant worker in one of these roles. Their j
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Nov 21, 20252 min read
Warning on AI edited photos
Read more on the Immigration New Zealand news centre . We are seeing an increase in applicants submitting photos that have been digitally enhanced. All identity photos must be natural and unaltered. Applicants must not use editing or artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance their images. If your client’s photo does not meet our standards, their visa or NZeTA application will be delayed or could be declined.
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Nov 21, 20251 min read
Guardian Visitor Visa moving to enhanced Immigration Online
Read more on the Immigration New Zealand news centre . From 3 November 2025, all Guardian Visitor Visa applications should be submitted via the enhanced Immigration Online system. The enhanced system offers better application tracking and a more streamlined experience for applicants. Updated guidance and support materials are built into the form. Applicants will still be able to access draft and submitted applications using the old application form after 3 November. We will n
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Nov 21, 20251 min read
Reminder: increased work rights, other student visa changes
Read more on the Immigration New Zealand news centre . Earlier this year, the Government outlined its International Education Going for Growth Plan to strengthen New Zealand as a study destination, while maintaining education quality and immigration integrity. For many international student visa holders, changes from 3 November 2025 will: increase the hours eligible tertiary and secondary school students can work while holding a student visa, from 20 to 25 hours per week. S
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Nov 21, 20251 min read
Reminder: Business Investor Visas launch next month
Read more on the Immigration New Zealand news centre . Reminder: Business Investor Visas launch next month Detailed requirements for the Business Investor Work and Resident Visas have been released, ahead of these opening for applications on 24 November 2025. Announced in August, the Business Investor Work Visa provides a pathway to residence for migrants who invest in, operate and grow established businesses in New Zealand. The new investment visa offers two options: A $1 mi
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Nov 21, 20251 min read
New process for employers during a sale or restructure
Read more on the Immigration New Zealand news centre . Read the update here . We are introducing a new process to manage the transition of Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) holders from one employer to another during a sale or restructure. Since November 2024, AEWV holders could apply for a Job Change if they were staying in the same role and location during a business sale or restructure, without the employer needing a job check. A system limitation is affecting how AEWV
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Nov 21, 20252 min read
Update On New SMC Changes
Read more on Immigration New Zealand's news centre New Zealand is enhancing its Skilled Migrant Category to attract & retain skilled...
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Sep 26, 20252 min read
Easier Travel From Aus (For Chinese & Pacific Visitors)
Read more on the Immigration New Zealand news centre about Chinese Visitors or Pacific Visitors
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Sep 23, 20251 min read
New SMC Changes
Read more on Immigration New Zealand's news centre This update comes after more than a year of deliberation. At first, some tradies were...
Chantel Janse van Rensburg
Sep 23, 20251 min read
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