Immigration Lawyers in Auckland
How many immigration lawyers are there in Auckland?
We list 16 lawyers in Auckland who name "Immigration" as an area of practice on the New Zealand Law Society register, read in September 2026. By register role, 12 are partners, directors or shareholders, 2 are employed lawyers and 2 are sole practitioners. 7 were admitted in 2006 or earlier.
How do I choose an immigration lawyer in Auckland?
We do not rank lawyers. Each card below shows what the register records: role and practice, year of admission, and practising certificate. Seniority is not the same as experience with matters like yours, so ask how many similar matters a lawyer has handled, who will do the work, and for the basis of their fees in writing, which lawyers other than barristers sole must give you in advance (Conduct and Client Care Rules 2008, rule 3.4).
How do I check an immigration lawyer is registered?
Every practising lawyer in New Zealand must hold a current practising certificate from the New Zealand Law Society. Search the Law Society's Find a Lawyer page, or open a profile here: each links to the lawyer's register entry and shows the certificate type and expiry date as we last read them. The Law Society does not accredit specialisations.
Coverage: we hold 1,322 of about 19,126 register entries (roughly 7%), so these are our counts, not the size of the profession. Practice areas are self-selected by each lawyer and indicate the work they are willing to take on. The New Zealand Law Society does not accredit areas of practice.
Need an Immigration Lawyer in Auckland?
Quick Answer: Auckland has a wide range of immigration lawyers and licensed advisers. Hourly rates: $300-600. Work visa: $2,000-5,000. Residency: $5,000-15,000. Auckland is NZ's immigration hub with the largest migrant population.
Typical Costs:
- - Work visa application: $2,000-5,000
- - Skilled Migrant residency: $5,000-15,000
- - Partner visa: $3,000-8,000
- - Appeal/review: $10,000-30,000
What We Handle:
- - Work Visas: Essential Skills, AEWV, specific purpose
- - Residency: Skilled Migrant, family, investor
- - Partners: Partner visas, family reunification
- - Appeals: Declined applications, deportation
Immigration Services
- 📋Work Visa Applications
- 🏠Residency Applications
- 👨👩👧Partner & Family Visas
- 📚Student Visas
- 💼Investor Category
- ⚖️Appeals & Reviews
Immigration Resources
- 🏛️Immigration NZ Auckland
- 🏛️Immigration & Protection Tribunal
- 🏛️MBIE Settlement Services
- 📞Immigration Contact Centre
- 🌐Immigration Online Portal
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How much does an immigration lawyer cost?
Auckland immigration lawyers charge $300-600/hour. Work visas cost $2,000-5,000, residency applications $5,000-15,000.
Do I need an immigration lawyer?
While not required, immigration lawyers significantly increase success rates and can navigate complex requirements.
How long does NZ residency take?
Skilled Migrant residency takes 6-12 months. Partner visas take 3-6 months. Processing times vary.
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As New Zealand's largest city and main point of entry for migrants, Auckland has the country's most experienced immigration lawyers. Whether you're seeking a work visa, residency, or citizenship, Auckland specialists understand the complexities of Immigration NZ processes.
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- Visa Process Guide
- Residency Requirements Guide
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Lawyers on the New Zealand Law Society register who list this area of practice, as read from the register in September 2026. Practice areas are self-selected by each lawyer and indicate the work they are willing to take on. The New Zealand Law Society does not accredit areas of practice. Confirm current standing on the register before engaging.