The decision
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Decision maker | Immigration Advisers Complaints and Disciplinary Tribunal |
| Citation | [2026] NZIACDT 45 |
| Parties | BM v Nantes |
| Decided | 7 August 2026 |
| Licensed immigration adviser | Josenia Bautista Nantes, licence 201601189, current |
The Tribunal's published summary
“Sanctions / adviser found liable for five breaches of professional standards / most serious breach erroneous approach to seeking overseas police certificate that probably led to decline of residence / high degree of carelessness / adviser services of no value to client / Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007, s3, s50, s51 / Code of Conduct 2014, cl1, cl2e, cl17b, cl18b, cl26b, cl26c / second complaint upheld by the Tribunal (10 breaches of the Code) / no acknowledgement of harm or apology / censured / directed to complete further training / ordered to pay $3,000 financial penalty / ordered to refund $4,480 for professional and Immigration NZ fees / compensation of $5,000 for emotional damages”
The licensed immigration adviser in this decision
This decision concerns Josenia Bautista Nantes (licence 201601189, current). See the full licence history on their profile, or compare all licensed immigration advisers in Auckland.
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