Guides

Plain-English guides to engaging immigration help in New Zealand, grounded in the licensing rules and the IAA code of conduct.

• Immigration adviser fees in New Zealand

  How licensed immigration advisers charge in New Zealand: fee structures, what the code of conduct requires, what affects the price and how to compare quotes.

  Updated 23 July 2026

• Immigration adviser vs immigration lawyer in New Zealand

  The difference between a licensed immigration adviser and an immigration lawyer in New Zealand: regulation, what each can do, complaints and how to choose.

  Updated 23 July 2026

• How to choose an immigration adviser in New Zealand

  A practical checklist for choosing a licensed immigration adviser: verifying the licence, licence types, questions to ask, red flags and where to complain.

  Updated 23 July 2026

• Free immigration advice in New Zealand

  Where to get free immigration advice in New Zealand legally: community law centres, Citizens Advice Bureau, INZ information and free initial consultations.

  Updated 23 July 2026