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Licensed Immigration Advisers in Wellington

Wellington is New Zealand's capital and public service hub, with a significant proportion of skilled worker immigration related to government, technology, and professional services. Wellington LIAs frequently assist with Skilled Migrant Category applications, AEWV for Wellington employers, and partner/family residence.

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Capital City Immigration
📍Wellington, Wellington
LIA #VERIFY at immigration.govt.nz
Skilled Migrant Category (SMC)Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV)Government & Professional Sector ImmigrationPartner & Family Visas+5 more

Capital City Immigration is Wellington's dedicated LIA firm for skilled professionals working in New Zealand's capital. Wellington's economy is dominated by government, technology, policy, legal, and professional services — and Capital City Immigration's team has deep familiarity with the types of skilled occupations and employer situations that arise in this environment. The firm specialises in Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) applications for public service professionals, AEWV lodgement for Wellington's growing technology sector employers, and partner and family visa applications for families arriving in or from Wellington. As Wellington's LIA market is smaller than Auckland's, Capital City Immigration provides a notably more personalised service than comparable Auckland firms.

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NZD 2,500–6,000View →
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Immigrate NZ Wellington
📍Wellington, Wellington
LIA #VERIFY at immigration.govt.nz
Health Professional ImmigrationSkilled Migrant CategoryAccredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV)Medical Registration Pathways+5 more

Immigrate NZ Wellington is a LIA firm specialising in New Zealand immigration for skilled professionals, with a particular focus on health professionals — doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, and allied health workers — who are a significant and growing proportion of Wellington's skilled migrant intake. The firm has deep knowledge of the health professional registration processes required by bodies such as the Medical Council of New Zealand, the Nursing Council, and the Physiotherapy Board, and how these interact with the AEWV and Skilled Migrant Category application processes. Their Tagalog-speaking adviser specifically serves the large Filipino nursing and healthcare community pursuing New Zealand registration and immigration.

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NZD 2,500–6,500View →
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Wellington Immigration Advisers
📍Wellington, Wellington
LIA #VERIFY at immigration.govt.nz
Skilled Migrant Category (SMC)Entrepreneur Resident VisaInvestor 2 Resident VisaAccredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV)+5 more

Wellington Immigration Advisers is a boutique LIA practice that focuses on strategic immigration planning for skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, and investors in the Wellington region. Unlike high-volume agencies, Wellington Immigration Advisers deliberately maintains a small client base, enabling more intensive and strategic engagement with each case. Their work spans Skilled Migrant Category residence, Entrepreneur Resident Visa applications, Investor 2 Resident Visa applications for eligible investors, and AEWV lodgement. The firm's Mandarin-speaking capability serves Wellington's growing Chinese professional and business community, which includes significant representation in the technology and financial sectors.

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NZD 3,000–15,000View →
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Pacific Rim Immigration Wellington
📍Wellington, Wellington
LIA #VERIFY at immigration.govt.nz
Pacific Access CategorySamoan QuotaPartner VisasWorking Holiday Visa+7 more

Pacific Rim Immigration Wellington serves Wellington's diverse Pacific Island and South-East Asian migrant communities, providing accessible, culturally aware immigration advisory in multiple languages. The firm's Wellington practice covers the Pacific Access Category and Samoan Quota residence categories, partner visa applications, working holiday visas, AEWV, and Skilled Migrant Category applications. Their Samoan, Tagalog, Hindi, and Vietnamese-speaking advisers are particularly valued by communities whose first language is not English. Wellington's growing Filipino and Vietnamese professional communities in the technology and healthcare sectors are a key client group for the firm.

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NZD 1,500–5,000View →

Common immigration pathways in Wellington

Pathways most frequently handled by advisers in Wellington, Wellington Region.

SMC🏅
Skilled Migrant Category
Points-based residence visa for skilled workers.
AEWV🏢
Accredited Employer Work Visa
Work visa requiring an accredited NZ employer.
PFV❤️
Partner & Family Visa
Sponsoring a partner, child, or family member.
SV📚
Student Visa
International student visa for NZ institutions.
PSW🎓
Post-Study Work Visa
Work rights for NZ graduates — up to 3 years.
WHV✈️
Working Holiday Visa
Work and travel for eligible nationalities — up to 12 months.

Frequently asked questions — Wellington

Do I need a Licensed Immigration Adviser in Wellington?+

You are not required to use an LIA, but for complex applications — Skilled Migrant Category, Accredited Employer Work Visa, partner/family residence, or any case with a prior refusal — an LIA in Wellington can significantly improve your outcome. Verify any adviser's LIA licence at immigration.govt.nz before engaging them.

How do I verify an immigration adviser in Wellington is licensed?+

Visit immigration.govt.nz and use the 'Check an adviser' tool. Search by the adviser's name or licence number. The register shows their current licence status and any disciplinary history. All advisers listed on ConsultancyCheck display their LIA number on their profile.

How much does an immigration adviser in Wellington charge?+

In Wellington, expect to pay approximately NZD $500–$1,500 for a student or work visa application, and NZD $1,500–$4,000+ for Skilled Migrant Category or family residence applications. Always request a written client services agreement before proceeding.

What immigration pathways are most common in Wellington?+

Wellington is New Zealand's capital and public service hub, with a significant proportion of skilled worker immigration related to government, technology, and professional services. Wellington LIAs frequently assist with Skilled Migrant Category applications, AEWV for Wellington employers, and partner/family residence.

What is the difference between an LIA and an immigration lawyer in Wellington?+

Both can assist with most New Zealand immigration applications. LIAs are regulated by the IAA and are typically less expensive for standard applications. You would need an immigration lawyer if your case involves litigation before a tribunal or court, complex character/security concerns, or judicial review proceedings.

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