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Best Immigration Advisors in Wellington

We assessed 15 immigration advisors in Wellington and ranked the top 5 on their public review record: rating quality, review volume, and how recent the reviews are. How we rank →

Last updated: 26 Jul 2026

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Before you hire

Immigration advisors in NZ must be licensed by the Immigration Advisers Authority (IAA): check their licence before paying any fees. Be cautious of advisors who guarantee outcomes, and confirm the fee covers the full application process including any follow-up correspondence with Immigration NZ.

Top 5 Immigration Advisors in Wellington

The top 5 immigration advisors in Wellington are Success Global, Kiwi Fern Immigration, NZ Immigration Partners, Hahn & Associates, and South Immigration Matters, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you instruct.

  • 1

    Success Global

    ★ 5.0 305 reviews Top5 Score 175 -2
    5★ 299 4★ 5 1★ 1

    Success Global navigates complicated visa situations, including cases that have already hit multiple obstacles, and gets them across the line. Their team coordinates across overseas partners for stages like police certificates and document legalisation, which removes a significant burden from applicants.

    Reviews most often describe: Complex visa cases needing step-by-step guidance

    • ✓ Handles repeat applications for same family
    • ✓ Proactive updates at each application stage
    • ✓ Works with overseas partners on document legalisation

    location_on Ste G16/1 Clyde Quay Wharf Accessway West, Te Aro, Wellington

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  • 2

    Kiwi Fern Immigration Services Limited

    ★ 5.0 159 reviews +15 Top5 Score 173 +7
    5★ 159

    Kiwi Fern Immigration takes on difficult cases, including multiple prior refusals and past visa declines from other countries, and still achieves approvals. Advisers Vivek and Aparna both stay personally reachable throughout, answering queries the same day and working through document checks before lodgement.

    Reviews most often describe: Complex visa cases with prior refusals or complications

    • ✓ Same-day responses to queries
    • ✓ Takes on previously refused visa cases
    • ✓ Documents checked before lodgement

    location_on 5 Lyster Lane, Upper Hutt Central, Wellington

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  • 3

    New Zealand Immigration Partners, Wellington

    ★ 4.8 124 reviews +1 Top5 Score 160 +3
    5★ 113 4★ 5 3★ 1 2★ 1 1★ 4

    NZ Immigration Partners guides clients through complex visa pathways, from work-to-residency transitions to AEWV applications, with approvals landing in as little as a week. Individual advisors keep clients updated at every step, reducing anxiety for people navigating unfamiliar immigration rules from overseas or under time pressure.

    Reviews most often describe: Residency and work visa applications in Wellington

    • ✓ Visa approved within days of lodging
    • ✓ Step-by-step updates throughout process
    • ✓ Handles challenging or complex cases

    location_on Level 2/40 Lady Elizabeth Lane, Wellington Central, Wellington

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  • 4

    Hahn & Associates Ltd

    ★ 5.0 48 reviews Top5 Score 150
    5★ 48

    Hahn & Associates guides clients through the full residency journey, from initial work visas through to permanent residency, with every document and deadline managed proactively. When immigration laws shift mid-process, they move quickly to find the best available path forward without losing momentum on an application.

    Reviews most often describe: Migrants navigating multi-stage visa and residency pathways

    • ✓ Same-day visa application lodgement
    • ✓ Escalates stalled job checks within days
    • ✓ Advises in both German and English

    location_on 46 Tuatoru Street, Eastbourne, Wellington

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  • 5

    South Immigration Matters Ltd

    ★ 5.0 42 reviews Top5 Score 149
    5★ 41 4★ 1

    South Immigration Matters gets complex visa applications across the line, covering visitor visas, partnership visas, and employer work visas in the same process. Adviser Fil Rodriguez is known for keeping clients informed at every stage, responding quickly, and explaining requirements clearly rather than leaving people to guess.

    Reviews most often describe: Visa applicants wanting guided, stress-free approval

    • ✓ Multiple visa types handled together
    • ✓ Quick responses throughout application
    • ✓ Explains each step clearly

    location_on 6 Johnsonville Road, Johnsonville, Wellington

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Before you instruct an immigration advisor in Wellington

Common themes, pricing patterns, and watch-outs drawn from customer reviews and independent research.

What does an immigration advisor typically cost in New Zealand? expand_more

Adviser fees vary widely and are not regulated for price, so two advisers can quote very differently for the same visa type. Straightforward visitor or student visa assistance runs roughly $300 to $800, while work visa applications sit closer to $800 to $2,000 depending on complexity. Residence applications, appeals, and complicated cases often fall in the $2,000 to $5,000 range, and some complex matters exceed that. Government charges paid directly to Immigration New Zealand are separate and additional, ranging from around $200 for some temporary visas to over $3,000 for certain residence categories.

Does an immigration advisor need to be licensed in New Zealand? expand_more

Anyone charging for immigration advice in New Zealand must hold a current licence issued by the Immigration Advisers Authority (IAA), the official regulator under the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007. Lawyers are exempt from IAA licensing but are regulated separately by the New Zealand Law Society, so they can legally provide immigration advice without an IAA licence. Before paying any adviser, check their name on the public register at iaa.govt.nz, which shows current licence status, any conditions, and disciplinary history. Using an unlicensed person who is not a lawyer is illegal, and you lose access to the IAA complaints process if something goes wrong with your case.

How do I know if an advisor is being realistic about my chances? expand_more

A trustworthy adviser will name the specific risk factors in your case upfront, not just reassure you that approval is likely. Reviews highlight cases where advisers with prior refusals or complications in a file declared every detail honestly and still achieved approval, which is a marker of integrity worth looking for. Before committing, ask the adviser to explain the main reasons your application could be declined and what they would do differently to address each one. If an adviser cannot answer that question clearly, or pivots straight to their success rate, treat that as a signal to seek a second opinion.

What are the warning signs of an immigration advisor you shouldn't use? expand_more
  • –An adviser who charges a significant consultation fee but arrives unprepared and cannot identify any pathway or solution for your specific situation.
  • –Hard-sell tactics in the consultation, such as telling you your chances are near zero unless you pay for their services, when the application may be straightforward.
  • –Vague or no explanation of what documents are needed, what timeline to expect, or what happens if the application is declined.
  • –Poor responsiveness after payment, including slow replies to questions or no proactive updates on application progress.
  • –No written fee agreement before work begins, leaving room for unexpected charges later.
  • –Failure to disclose previous refusals or complications in your file to Immigration New Zealand, which can damage your credibility with the case officer.
What should you ask before hiring an immigration advisor? expand_more
  • –Have you handled cases with the same visa type and similar complications, such as prior refusals, complex employment history, or family sponsorship?
  • –How will you keep me updated during the process, how often, and through what channel?
  • –What is your full fee, is it fixed or can it change, and what triggers any additional charges?
  • –If my application is declined, what happens next and is any work on an appeal or resubmission included in the fee?
  • –Exactly what documents will you need from me, and will you review them before lodging the application?
  • –Can I verify your current licence status on the Immigration Advisers Authority (IAA) register at iaa.govt.nz before we sign any agreement?

More top immigration advisors in Wellington

The next five highest-scoring immigration advisors in Wellington. Worth considering if your first choices aren't available.

  • 6

    Interlink Immigration Solutions Limited

    ↓ 1
    ★ 4.9 42 reviews -1 Top5 Score 147
    5★ 41 2★ 1

    Interlink Immigration Solutions turns around visa applications quickly, with multiple clients reporting approvals within one to two weeks of submission. Suki and the team walk clients through each step individually, double-checking documents and fielding questions throughout the process.

    Reviews most often describe: Visa applicants wanting fast, guided document preparation

    • ✓ Visa approved within days of submission
    • ✓ Documents reviewed and checked thoroughly
    • ✓ Step-by-step guidance on policy changes

    location_on 3/187 Featherston Street, Wellington Central, Wellington

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  • 7

    Kinoy Travel & Immigration Services NZ Ltd

    ↓ 1
    ★ 4.9 39 reviews Top5 Score 146
    5★ 37 4★ 1 3★ 1

    Kinoy Travel gets clients through to visa and residence approvals, including work visas and family permanent residence, where larger firms had offered no realistic path forward. They explain upfront whether a case is viable, and payment is staged so clients only pay as work is completed.

    Reviews most often describe: Families and individuals seeking visa or residency approvals

    • ✓ Instalment-based payment structure
    • ✓ Upfront case viability assessment
    • ✓ Supports clients through full visa process

    location_on Stamford House 11 Dudley Street, Hutt Central, Lower Hutt

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  • 8

    SB Immigration Limited

    ★ 5.0 29 reviews +4 Top5 Score 144 +2
    5★ 29

    SB Immigration gets complex visa cases across the line, with reviewers citing approvals for accreditation visas, residency, and variation of condition applications. Navjot Rana walks clients through each document requirement step by step and stays reachable for questions throughout the process.

    Reviews most often describe: Work, residency, and study visa applicants

    • ✓ Visa approved within 24 hours of submission
    • ✓ Step-by-step document preparation
    • ✓ Available for questions throughout application

    location_on Fl 2/217 High Street, Hutt Central, Lower Hutt

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  • 9

    Pathways to New Zealand Immigration (Wellington)

    ↓ 2
    ★ 5.0 26 reviews Top5 Score 142
    5★ 26

    Pathways to New Zealand takes on residency applications that other advisors have already declined, including EOI rejections and IPT appeals, and gets them across the line. Clients regularly report same-day replies and active case management that continues until the decision lands.

    Reviews most often describe: Complex residency cases turned down by other advisors

    • ✓ Picks up previously rejected cases
    • ✓ Responds outside business hours
    • ✓ Handles IPT appeals and deportation defence

    location_on Level 3/50 Manners Street, Te Aro, Wellington

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  • 10

    Idesi Legal Immigration and Refugee Lawyers

    ★ 4.5 39 reviews Top5 Score 141
    5★ 33 4★ 1 2★ 1 1★ 4

    Idesi Legal takes on difficult residency cases, including situations where clients have received departure notices from Immigration New Zealand. Clients are kept informed at each stage, and the principal lawyer personally calls to deliver visa approval outcomes.

    Reviews most often describe: Complex residency and visa cases facing INZ pressure

    • ✓ Principal lawyer personally contacts clients on approval
    • ✓ Liaises directly with Immigration New Zealand
    • ✓ Guides partnership and residency visa applications

    location_on 4/18 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington

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About this ranking

How are Wellington's top Immigration Advisors chosen? expand_more

We assess every Immigration Advisors business in Wellington against public ratings and review data using a consistent, published method. See how we rank for the full methodology. Top 5 and Also Recommended positions are merit-based and cannot be purchased. At the last update, scores in the top 5 ranged from 149 to 175 points.

How often are rankings updated? expand_more

Rankings are refreshed regularly. This list was last updated in 26 July 2026.

Can a business pay to appear in this list? expand_more

No. Top 5 and Also Recommended positions are merit-only and cannot be purchased. Verified businesses may be able to update their listing details in future, but this will never affect ranking positions.

Why isn't my Immigration Advisors business listed? expand_more

We pull from local search results for each category and city. If you're missing, the most common reasons are an incorrect Google Business category or too few recent reviews. At the last update, the lowest-ranked business in the top 10 had 26 reviews. Check where you rank or read how rankings work.