Posts by Lauren Qiu

Moving In Or Moving On – Are You Responsible For Your Partner’s Student Loan Debt?

Student loans are often forgotten when couples think about relationship property and relationship debt. Personal debt will usually remain with the person that incurred the debt, while relationship debt is…

Character Waivers Explained

What is a character waiver? To qualify for a visa in New Zealand, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) requires the applicant to be of good character. If you are aged 17…

Immigration Update – Work Visa Variations Explained

If you’re in New Zealand on a work visa and your employment circumstances change, it can be a stressful time filled with uncertainty. The good news is, you can update…

Immigration Law – Guardian Visas

What is a Guardian Visa? A Guardian Visa or 陪读签证 is a special multiple entry visitor visa category for the legal guardians of young foreign fee paying students. This visa…