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Character & Health issues
Character and health issues can arise at any stage of an immigration application. Character issues may also come up when sponsoring someone else’s application. The approach to addressing these issues depends on several factors, such as the type of visa and the applicant's history.
Key differences: Character vs. Health issues
Character issues are primarily backward-looking. Immigration New Zealand assesses an applicant’s past actions to determine whether they may pose a risk to the country. However, this process isn’t always straightforward. There have been instances where Immigration New Zealand overemphasized potential risks or incorrectly weighed various factors. In some cases, there was no valid character issue under the law, requiring us to step in and clarify the correct process.
For most clients, we can demonstrate either that no character issue exists under the legal definition or that a character waiver should be granted, enabling the person to enter or remain in New Zealand.
We’ve successfully handled a wide range of character issues, both for applicants and sponsors. These have included common offences like drink driving, more serious convictions leading to imprisonment, and allegations of misleading Immigration New Zealand. The latter is often seen by Immigration New Zealand as one of the most serious character issues, even in the absence of charges or a conviction.
Health issues, on the other hand, are forward-looking. Immigration New Zealand evaluates potential future costs to New Zealand’s healthcare system. Assessments are typically conducted by trained medical professionals. In some cases, we’ve demonstrated that no health issue exists, eliminating the need for further assessment. As with character issues, the process involves determining whether there is a legitimate issue and, if so, seeking a waiver. This process often involves family members who may also have health concerns.
Our commitment to You
Regardless of the issue, we provide honest, clear advice and expert assistance to help resolve the situation. With our experience and dedication, we’ll guide you through these challenges and work towards the best possible outcome for your case.
Key differences: Character vs. Health issues
Character issues are primarily backward-looking. Immigration New Zealand assesses an applicant’s past actions to determine whether they may pose a risk to the country. However, this process isn’t always straightforward. There have been instances where Immigration New Zealand overemphasized potential risks or incorrectly weighed various factors. In some cases, there was no valid character issue under the law, requiring us to step in and clarify the correct process.
For most clients, we can demonstrate either that no character issue exists under the legal definition or that a character waiver should be granted, enabling the person to enter or remain in New Zealand.
We’ve successfully handled a wide range of character issues, both for applicants and sponsors. These have included common offences like drink driving, more serious convictions leading to imprisonment, and allegations of misleading Immigration New Zealand. The latter is often seen by Immigration New Zealand as one of the most serious character issues, even in the absence of charges or a conviction.
Health issues, on the other hand, are forward-looking. Immigration New Zealand evaluates potential future costs to New Zealand’s healthcare system. Assessments are typically conducted by trained medical professionals. In some cases, we’ve demonstrated that no health issue exists, eliminating the need for further assessment. As with character issues, the process involves determining whether there is a legitimate issue and, if so, seeking a waiver. This process often involves family members who may also have health concerns.
Our commitment to You
Regardless of the issue, we provide honest, clear advice and expert assistance to help resolve the situation. With our experience and dedication, we’ll guide you through these challenges and work towards the best possible outcome for your case.
