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Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 8:56am On Apr 13, 2019
Just apply as soon as u are ready.... I already advise u give a minimum of 90 days processing time
davodyguy:

Now this scare me. The back log part
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 6:12am On Apr 13, 2019
davodyguy:


About 5 out of our team has that.


If they have genuine reasons with proper documentation and can prove they are bona fide visitor. No reason why they can’t get their visa. I have seen the INZ procedures and guidelines for immigration officers to decide visa application and there’s nothing like virgin or no virgin passport.

It’s just the same way any employer would prefer to employ someone with experience so they check their previous performance. But that doesn’t mean a fresh graduate who can sell him or herself won’t get the same job.

I personally believe that a virgin passport holder even have better chance than someone with travel experience but has been deported, refused entry or denied visa to several countries in the past. This are massive red flag for any immigration officer than just someone who never leave their country.
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 6:02am On Apr 13, 2019
murphy02:


But such cant be done for a work visa nah, i got the job late oct 2018 and applied first week in Nov, employer wants me to resume mid Dec 2018, so no much time, my employer equally sent a mail INZ to hasten up the immigration process.

so nothing i could do, on my own part
I have to say that your employer expecting u to resume in less than 2 months is ridiculous. If they’re accredited employer, they would know what’s happening with INZ at the moment.

Work visa or luxury, when u apply for any visa category, ur application join the queue of others who already apply in the same category. INZ is not obligated to speed up or give a preferential treatment to any application except in a very special case and this decision is made by either supervisor, managers or immigration minister but not case officers. However if u have a good relationship and explanation with your case officer then he/ she can escalate something for u . But they not obligated to do that.

Every application is different and are treated differently based on the risk involved and complexity.
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 5:48am On Apr 13, 2019
murphy02:


Hi femi, thanks alot i appreciate, but what exactly is wrong with INZ, seems they recently recruited some racist or what, i applied for work visa since first week of Nov 2018, only for INZ to get back to me April 2019 that the position has been taken, asking me "to reconfirm with my employer if the job is available".

Is there any serious employer that will leave a position open for 6 months? despite how my employer was begging them to hasten up the whole process that they needed me to resume on the 15th of December.

I can relate to your frustration, but unfortunately there’s nothing anybody can do about the situation with INZ at the moment. You are not the only one going through this. It’s totally crazy, INZ is constantly under fire from many immigration lawyers and the masses.

https://www.radionz.co.nz/news/national/386918/new-zealand-visa-applications-ignored-for-months-as-immigration-struggles-with-targets

The delay with your application has got nothing to do with race or where u from, it’s simply due to the backlog and INZ struggling to meet up with the demand for the past 1yr+. My last work visa took just about 6 months even though I applied onshore.

Two things may have contributed to the delay with your application. One is the current workload and the other is due to the period of the year at which you applied.
From 1st week of December to early February, staffs take their annual leave and most INZ offices are left with skeletal staffs . they can only do whatever they can do. So because of the last Xmas holiday, u definitely would have been pushed forward atleast a month.

I will advise u check with your employer if the position is still open. If not, look around for other similar openings and if u can get another offer, then u can Update and explain your situation to INZ. Any employer recruiting from overseas knew u will need some time for immigration before offering u the job.

For INZ to ask u to check for the job availability,it means your application has been assessed initially but need to be sure the job is still available before issuing any visa.

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Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 8:49am On Apr 05, 2019
davodyguy:

Responded now waiting for a full reply.
Please check
Thanks
didnt receive it
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 5:29am On Apr 05, 2019
witgig:
Visitor's Visa for families and relatives of the victims of Christchurch terrorist attack are being given priorities. Someone applied for Visa in March and was told clearly in the acknowledgement email that the application will be processed by June 17

Just like femi advised, it is better to give that allowance.
https://www.radionz.co.nz/news/national/385901/immigration-nz-criticised-for-blaming-visa-delays-on-mosque-shootings
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 5:25am On Apr 05, 2019
Replied ur pm
davodyguy:
Hello femijck. Please Let's chat as you wake up oo. There are clarification I. need to make. Urgently and need your 100% advise
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 10:23pm On Apr 04, 2019
raymondele86:
Hello femijck, pls kindly help with affordable schools in NZ, my wife is a graduate of micro Biology with third class, she wouldn't mind going for another degree or a diploma course. And I will like to travel with her as a dependant with our son. Thanks for your quick response.
what would she like to study??
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 9:34am On Apr 04, 2019
What’s that bros
davodyguy:
Hello femijck. Please Let's chat as you wake up oo. There are clarification I. need to make. Urgently and need your 100% advise
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 10:24pm On Apr 01, 2019
davodyguy:

When do you suggest I send in my application or we send in our applications that's not to far or too near?

Mind you Conference starts 9th September, 2019
Give at least 90days interval if all documents are ready..... it might come earlier but at least u will be on the safer side and not worried at the last minute. Remember u have to consider logistics as well
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 12:35am On Apr 01, 2019
shakol91:
I appreciate your response, pls does M.sc in social work falls under high skill after studies
It depends what you do and how much u earn as a social worker. You should be able to get more info about this online. You need to earn at least $25/hr or 52k annual.
Check the link below
http://skillshortages.immigration.govt.nz/social-worker/
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 10:30pm On Mar 31, 2019
davodyguy:

Yes, but I'm looking at it from our view of participating in the conference.

AU denied many of my colleagues visas for the last conference. I'm wondering if NZL can do same
All visa applicant must meet the requirements for the category they’re applying for, and also be able to demonstrate that they are genuine and bona fide visitor or tourist before a visa can be granted.

Paying for a conference doesn’t guarantee a visa. It’s all about meeting the standard and requirements before being considered bona fide.
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 10:21pm On Mar 31, 2019
shakol91:
thanks for your reply.. I think there is waiver for countries with English as official language or someone that obtained b.sc with English as learning language.
yes that’s correct, I have a Nigerian friend who had been offered Nursing without Ielts. But for M.sc, it may be different. But I can confirm from someone later.

I will advise you check with the school you’re applying to.

Example of this is the requirement for Otago University. Input your country and the requirements comes up.

Check this link below
https://www.otago.ac.nz/future-students/otago661287.html
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 5:42am On Mar 31, 2019
What visa category? N do u have a sponsor or not?
AyodejiAyeni:


Please bros., how much does one need to have in his account before visa application?
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 8:05pm On Mar 30, 2019
This is not surprising as most of those coming from the Muslim dominated countries are coming to support their families who were affected in the last terrorist attack in CHC. Immigration has prioritised their application. But mind you most them are general visitor visa. Which means they can only stay for few months.
davodyguy:
smiley
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 8:00pm On Mar 30, 2019
What do u want to know about student visa?
shakol91:
Congrat Bro... Pls help us in area of student visa info. I read they've approved new minimum wage which will commence on 1st of April.
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 8:41pm On Mar 27, 2019
davodyguy:

Congrats man.

You married a kiwi?
Yea my wife is from here.
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 1:19pm On Mar 27, 2019
Officially became a kiwi today..... grin

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Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 6:54pm On Mar 24, 2019
ezinwaJesu:


Thanks for the clarification jare. I am single and have nobody coming with me. As for course of study, my options are very flexible, as long as the career is in demand and exciting.

Life is an adventure, hence I will have nothing to lose if I do the right thing and leave the rest to God. We must take risks in life to exploit our full potentials. I will go ahead.

Best regards.

Make the move, you won’t regret it but don’t expect a smooth ride. Since you’re single, I believe u can navigate every avenue possible.

Stay subject to ur visa and entry conditions n respect the law. NZ is a beautiful place. Best of luck

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Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 6:52pm On Mar 24, 2019
ayandee:
Thanks for the insight and the information you are providing here. I'm applying to University of Auckland for PhD and may be considered for tuition and stipend scholarship. I would be coming with family (husband and 3kids, 2 are of school age). Can my husband work based on my student visa? How easy would it be for my husband to get a job? He is a systems analyst. How are there primary schools? Do we have to pay fees for the kids?

Your husband as a dependent will qualify for a open work visa which means he can work for any employer anywhere in NZ. There’s no restrictions on the hours he can work.

He will get a job if his qualifications meet the required standard. If not, he can always start from somewhere.

Your kids can go to school for free. But sometimes they ask for donations which is voluntary.

Hopefully this answers ur questions

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Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 8:26am On Mar 24, 2019
ezinwaJesu:


Comrade Femi, I more than agree with those who have identified you as one of the best on Nairaland. You have really done great on this thread. I admire your humility and the zeal to help fellow countrymen without shades.

My bros, I just got an unconditional offer to study Graduate Diploma at Manukau Institute of Technology, Otara NZ. It has not been easy for me to take the final decision to proceed with visa application because of fear of uncertainty in a new country.

I am in my late 30s and in a full time employment in Naija earning above 200k. But in life, we always strive for the best.

From your experience living and working in New Zealand, how can you assess my chances of succeeding through the student Visa route especially considering my age. I plan to switch career to a skill in demand especially in tourism and hospitality. Are there chances that I will get full time employment in an area in demand with a New Zealand qualification at my age. Or do graduates end up doing menial jobs just like in UK and most European countries. What are my chances of getting a PR looking at statistics from other African students.

Thanks for your input in advance. Remain blessed

It’s normal for anyone to feel what you’re feeling right now especially since there’s so much to loose if it doesn’t work out. After your study, u will definitely get a post study visa. This is the link for for what you will qualify for.
https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/tools-and-information/work-and-employment/how-long-you-can-work-on-a-post-study-work-visa

Do you have a family? If u do, are they coming with u? this is very important.

About your age, NZ doesn’t descriminate about age or gender as it’s unlawful to do that here. I don’t think getting a job will be an issue if your course of study is in high demand.

I will encourage you to do more research about your course of study since u don’t wanna work outside that. In NZ, I can guarantee u will get a job in no time if you have the attitude and willingness...... I don’t know what kind of menial job is done in the UK, but u can easily get a job in production & manufacturing , retail, construction, warehousing and agriculture depending on where you live.


Tourism is a booming part of NZ economy, and you should check what the pay rate is and also the employment opportunities as these will be crucial in qualifying for a further visa or residence if u choose the job route.

If you fall in the low skill after your study, u will have to leave NZ for a year of stand down when u exhaust ur post study visa. But I think you can also get an employer assisted visa if u work for an accredited employer even when ur post study runs out if I’m right.

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Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 10:27pm On Mar 17, 2019
suxes2005:


Maybe because he’s white.

Just maybe ...
No not because he’s white.... This is the first of its kind in the history of NZ, I’m guessing NZ doesn’t even have any constitutional law regarding incidents like this...justice have to be served according to the existing law and not emotions.

NZ justice law is probably one of the weakest... because of the peaceful nature of this country many laws haven’t been reviewed in decades.

For instance if u own a shop or business, you see a shoplifter taking stuff and getting away with it, u can not touch them. You can only call the police.... if u attack them, u will be charge with assault why the offender might never be found or in worst case charge with attempted robbery. That’s how crazy the law is.

Even self defence can land u in jail if not proven to be genuine and that your life was genuinely threatened.

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Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 9:56am On Mar 15, 2019
davodyguy:
But what was his motive to plant a bomb or IED in a train station? If he intends to attack Muslims alone as a racist, is the train station only for Muslims? Something not right
NZ is treating this as a terrorist attack already. It’s been confirmed it wasn’t bomb. Although the station is locked down

https://i.stuff.co.nz/auckland/111324715/central-auckland-street-blocked-after-suspicious-bag-found
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 9:46am On Mar 15, 2019
davodyguy:


Now Im worried and scared. If I come over, I would like to board a train
Nah everything is under control... this is the first of its kind and I’m telling u NZ will get to the root quickly. The suspect 28 yrs old Aussie man will appear in court tomorrow morning. I really feel for the country that embraces diversity, multi culturalism and where racism is next to zero. Most of the victims are definitely refugees from Islamic country.
The response is been extremely great.... NZ is the best country in the world.

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Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 9:27am On Mar 15, 2019
davodyguy:

Just saw it now and I'm happy you're safe
Thanks bro that was in South Island.. but I heard another bomb has just been discovered in Britomat which is the main Auckland train station to the CBD.
Crime / Re: Attack on New Zealand Mosque by femijck(m): 9:23am On Mar 15, 2019
49 people confirm dead at the moment.
Crime / Attack on New Zealand Mosque by femijck(m): 4:45am On Mar 15, 2019
According to the trending report, A mosque had just been attacked in Christchurch, South of New Zealand. One Suspect is in custody. He’s been identified as an Australian male who believes most Muslim are terrorists. The prime minister Jacinda Arden describes this as one of New Zealand darkest day. School and businesses have since been closed down. Armed securities personnel have been deployed and situations now under control.

Suspect says he chose to attack in New Zealand so people can know that no where is safe. New Zealand is rated second safest country in the world.

Rip to the victims.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.rnz.co.nz/article/88b4c668-270e-425c-8b21-299be8fc7150
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 4:28am On Mar 15, 2019
https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/new-zealand/2019/03/gunshots-heard-near-hagley-park-in-christchurch.html

Things like this definitely don’t happen here.... One of New Zealand darkest day.

May their souls Rest In Peace
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 8:30am On Mar 13, 2019
LEOSIRSIR:
can i PM you i have something personal to discuss with you.
kindly grant my request.
ok I replied ur pm ... send a comprehensive email and I will get back to u.
Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 4:15am On Mar 13, 2019
davodyguy:

Hello femi.

How kiwi?
oga mi Aoteroa is great. n u?
Romance / Re: Nigerian Men Abroad, How Did You Choose Your Significant Half? by femijck(m): 6:30am On Mar 12, 2019
needful:
@Cococandy, I choosed to mention you because u vividly understood the concept. I live in Canada and the truth is 70% of naija men needs brain resetting. A man will immigrate to Canada with his family, pushed the wife to go and do RN against her wish, he still wants the RN with about 3children and 12hrs shift to come back and serve his hands and foot. Is this not insane?, i dont really understand the basis upon which marriage is constituted. marriage especially Nigeria men. What I see in most of this naija men are selfishness,. Alot of peaceful families are divorcing because the man wants the wife to work full time, pay half of the Bill's and still serve him and the children. The moment you men understand that women are humans created by God as God created you people, marital issues will disappear.
To all this ones shouting my property this and that, which property do u even own, is it the one u mortgaged to pay for 25 to 30yrs? Or another one. I trained my wife in school, with whose money. Can any of you even train somebody in school single handedly without Govt loan? Mtcheww, confused Hypocrites.
And for the this olosho poster looking for a woman to enslave, continue and am sure u will find one when u are 75yrs old. Nonsense

It was constituted on the basis that 2 is better than 1. And for that reason, a woman would leave her parents to live with a man and the 2 of them shall become 1[b].
The man would love the woman he calls ‘wife’ , and the woman would respect the man she calls‘husband’. The husband shall be the head of the union i.e family.
This basis is distorted in the name of civilisation and modernisation. The west developed a very contagious disease called ‘Feminism’ and this has spread beyond control.

I don’t support domestic violence, I don’t support feminism or male chauvinism because it’s a union. But in all honesty women have taken this too far.

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Travel / Re: 8 Things You Need To Know About New Zealand by femijck(m): 12:20am On Mar 08, 2019
davodyguy:


You are right.

I found this

You don't need a visa to transit through Australia if you are:

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/transit-771/travellers-eligible-to-transit-without-visa

you arrive in Australia by aircraft, and
have a confirmed ticket to leave Australia to travel to a third country by aircraft within 8 hours of arriving, and
have valid travel documents to enter that country, and
you must not need to clear immigration or leave the airport transit lounge except to continue your journey
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