Clear, upfront pricing for licensed immigration advice, no surprises, no hidden costs. Every engagement starts with a written fee agreement before we begin work.
Licensed immigration adviser fees in New Zealand typically range from $700 to $8,000+, depending on visa type and complexity. Temporary visas generally cost $900 to $2,500; residence applications typically cost $2,500 to $6,000. See the full breakdown below by visa category. If your visa type isn't listed, contact us directly for a quote.
Pricing anchored to current mid-tier NZ market rates. Confirm final figures before relying on them for a specific case.
| Visa / Service | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) | Work visa tied to a job offer from an INZ-accredited employer | $1,500 - $2,000 |
| Partner of a Worker Visa | For partners of AEWV or other eligible work visa holders | $1,650 |
| Partnership Work/Visitor Visa | For partners of NZ citizens or residents in a genuine relationship | $1,650 |
| General Visitor Visa | Tourism, family visits, or short-term stays with no right to work | $750 - $1,250 |
| Fee-Paying Student Visa | Enrolled study at an approved NZ institution | $1,250 |
| Dependent Child Student/Visitor Visa | For children accompanying a parent on a work, study, or visitor visa | $750 - $1,250 |
| Variation of Conditions / Job Change | Updating an existing visa's conditions, e.g. a new employer or role | $750 - $1,250 |
| Section 61 Request (PPI Response) | Reconsideration request outside normal criteria, used for declined applications or PPI letters | From $1,800 |
| Employer Accreditation (Standard) | Helps NZ employers become accredited to hire migrant workers under AEWV | $900 - $1,500 |
| Employer Accreditation (High Volume) | For employers hiring multiple migrant workers under AEWV | $1,200 - $2,000 |
| Job Check | Confirms a role meets AEWV requirements before a worker applies | $1,250 |
| Visa / Service | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Migrant Category (all pathways) | Residence via points-based, skilled work experience, or trades & technician pathways | $2500 - $3,000 |
| Green List: Straight to Residence | Direct residence for Tier 1 Green List roles with no work-to-residence wait | $2500 - $3,000 |
| Green List: Work to Residence | For Tier 2 Green List roles requiring a qualifying work period first | $2500 - $3,000 |
| Partnership Resident Visa | Residence for partners of NZ citizens or residents in a genuine relationship | $3,000 - $4,000 |
| Dependent Child Resident Visa | Residence for children of a principal applicant already holding or applying for residence | $3,000 - $4,000 |
| Parent Resident Visa | Residence for parents being sponsored by an adult child settled in NZ | Price on assessment |
Not sure which category applies to you? Book a free 15-minute consultation and get an honest assessment before committing to anything.
Book Your Free 15-Min ConsultationLicensed immigration adviser fees in NZ typically range from $700 to $8,000+ depending on visa type and complexity. Temporary visas generally cost $900 to $2,500; residence applications typically cost $2,500 to $6,000. See the full breakdown above by visa category.
Yes, licensed immigration advisers typically charge 50 to 70% less than immigration lawyers for standard visa applications, since advisers specialise specifically in immigration matters.
A Section 61 request asks Immigration New Zealand to reconsider a case outside normal visa criteria, often used in complex or previously declined situations. It typically requires more preparation than a standard application, which is reflected in the fee.
No. In line with the Licensed Immigration Advisers Code of Conduct, fees paid in advance are held in a separate client account and released as agreed milestones in your case are completed, not taken as a single lump sum on day one.
For straightforward cases, some applicants apply directly to INZ. An adviser earns their fee where it matters most: correctly matching your occupation and evidence to the right pathway, avoiding errors that cause delays or declines, and handling complications such as prior refusals, character or health issues, or PPI letters.
Yes, in some categories. Offshore applications can involve additional coordination, such as arranging medicals or police certificates in your home country, which is sometimes reflected in the fee.
No fee increases without your written agreement first. If your case turns out to be more complex than initially assessed, we discuss this with you and agree any change in writing before continuing, exactly as required under the IAA Code of Conduct.
Most of our work is fixed-fee, so you know your total cost upfront. Open-ended or highly complex matters may be billed hourly at $150 to $250 per hour, always confirmed and agreed with you before any work begins.
Yes, our fees are the same nationwide. We work with clients throughout New Zealand, as well as applicants applying from India, South Africa, the UK, and the UAE, using video consultations and secure document handling.
We prepare every application to the highest possible standard to minimise this risk, but no adviser can guarantee an INZ decision. If a decline occurs, we advise you honestly on your options, which may include a Section 61 request, a fresh application, or an appeal.
Under the Licensed Immigration Advisers Code of Conduct, every licensed adviser must charge fees that are fair and reasonable for the work involved. We publish our pricing openly on this page so you know the range before you ever pick up the phone.
Any fees paid in advance are held in a separate client account, not mixed with our general business funds, until the corresponding stage of work is complete and properly invoiced. This is a requirement of the IAA Code of Conduct, not just a courtesy.
Immigration New Zealand assesses every application against the same immigration instructions regardless of whether an adviser is involved. What a good adviser adds is a correctly prepared file, the right pathway matched to your situation, and fewer avoidable errors.
No. Immigration New Zealand and the IAA are both clear that no adviser, lawyer, or agent can guarantee an outcome. Be cautious of anyone who tells you otherwise, it's a red flag, not a reassurance.
Where a partner or children are included on the same application, we offer a combined rate rather than charging each person as a separate case, ask us for a family quote alongside your individual assessment.
We review what changed and what's needed for a fresh attempt, and quote accordingly, a straightforward reapplication is priced differently to a first-time file build, since much of the groundwork may already exist.
Yes. We review what's already been prepared and quote based on the work still required, rather than starting the clock from zero on cost, though we'll always be honest if a case needs to be substantially rebuilt.
Genuinely urgent matters can require after-hours work or expedited document handling, which may be reflected in the fee, we always flag this and agree it with you in writing before proceeding.
Yes. Your first 15-minute consultation is free, with no obligation to proceed. If a longer paid consultation is ever appropriate for a complex matter, we'll tell you the cost and get your agreement before it starts.
At minimum: are they licensed on the public IAA register, will they give you the fee agreement in writing before work starts, where is your money held, and what exactly is included versus billed separately.
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Book a ConsultationFees are indicative and subject to change based on individual case complexity. A written fee agreement is provided before any work begins. This page does not constitute a guarantee of visa outcome, Redwood Immigration cannot guarantee INZ decisions.