Ako Immigration Services Ltd

12/06/2026

🎉ANOTHER RESIDENCE APPROVED! 🇳🇿

10 months in the making… and approved with only 4 days left on the interim visa. 🥹🙏

What could have been a straightforward residence application turned into one of the most stressful journeys due to medical concerns and the uncertainty of being able to remain legally in New Zealand. There were moments of fear, waiting, sleepless nights, and constant efforts to find every possible pathway to fight for this family’s future. 💔➡️❤️

Today, all the hard work, patience, and prayers paid off.
A family of 5 is now officially NEW ZEALAND RESIDENTS! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🇳🇿

There were tears from both my client and me when we received the good news. Finally able to breathe and let go of all the stress — the puzzle has finally been solved. 🥹🧩

Every case is different, and while we can never guarantee the outcome, we always give our absolute best to support our clients through every challenge and every step of the journey. 🤝💚

Congratulations to this beautiful family on their new chapter in New Zealand! 🇳🇿🎊


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11/06/2026

Happy Independence Day, Philippines! 🇵🇭
May this special day remind us all of the strength, unity, and bayanihan that make Filipinos truly remarkable wherever they may be. 🙏

Sending warm greetings, pride, and best wishes from New Zealand to the Philippines! 🇳🇿❤️🇵🇭


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10/06/2026

Another WIN for our client! 🇳🇿✨
Work to Residence under the Green List pathway as a Telecommunications Technician 📡🔧 — APPROVED in around 3 months! 🥳

This case came with challenges, including a previous drink driving matter — but with the right approach, proper documentation, and strong representation, we achieved a positive outcome 🙌

A reminder that every case is unique, and a single setback does not determine your future — however, drink driving is a criminal offence and is strongly discouraged. 🚫🍺🚗

Congratulations again to our client and partner on this amazing milestone and exciting future ahead in New Zealand! 🇳🇿💚


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09/06/2026

🤞 This is it!
🇳🇿 The NEW Skilled Migrant Residence Pathways are coming soon!

A lot of people have been waiting for this moment 👀
Big changes may be on the way for skilled workers dreaming of residence in New Zealand!


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07/06/2026

🇳🇿🤔 “Do I need English for my NZ visa… or not?”
Immigration New Zealand rules change often 🔄🇳🇿
So what applies today might not apply tomorrow, depending on your visa type and updates.

👉 Use the official tool to double-check if unsure:
🔗 https://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/english-language-requirements/english-language-tests-tool/

📩 Requiring assistance? Message us — we’ll guide you through the application process.



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Use this tool to find out if the visa you are applying for has English language requirements. The search results include the minimum scores you need to get if you take an English language test.

02/06/2026

📣For our Filipino Clients
𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐮𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 | 𝟏𝟖-𝟏𝟗 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

📣𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐮𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 | 𝟏𝟖-𝟏𝟗 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

01/06/2026

🚨Adviser update🚨

✈️ Good news for Pacific travellers visiting New Zealand!
🇳🇿Starting June 1, 2026, visitor visa fees for Pacific Islands Forum country nationals have been slashed to $161 (down from $216) for the next 12 months!📌
Key Details:
Who qualifies:
Citizens of American Samoa, Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Marshall Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, and Micronesia.

The rule:
You must be applying from outside New Zealand.

Exclusions:
Group Visas and Parent Boost Visitor Visas are not included.

Citizens:
Cook Islands, Niue, and Tokelau nationals are NZ citizens and still do not need a visa.

More information:
👉https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/visitor-visa-fees-temporarily-reduced-for-pacific-nationals/?utm_source=Immigration%20New%20Zealand&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=C0388PacificFeeReduction_Adviser_2June2026&utm_content=btn

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31/05/2026

👑 CLOSED FOR KING’S BIRTHDAY 👑
Please note we will be closed today, Monday, 1 June 2026, for the King’s Birthday public holiday.

We will resume normal business hours tomorrow.
Thank you for your understanding, and enjoy the long weekend 🙌


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30/05/2026

📢Ako Fortnightly Update

🛂 Visa Approvals:
✔️ 2 x Partner Work Visas💑
✔️ 3 x Dependent Child Student Visas 👧👦👧
✔️ 1 x General Visitor Visa 🇫🇯
✔️ 1x Dependent Child Student Visa – Work rights granted 🇳🇵
✔️ 1x AEWV Variation of Conditions 🇳🇵
✔️ 1x AEWV Variation of Conditions
✔️ 3 x Accredited Employer Work Visas
✔️ 1 x Company Job Check application 📄
1x AEWV Variation of Conditions 🇳🇵
✔️ 1x AEWV Variation of Conditions
✔️ 3 x Accredited Employer Work Visas
✔️ AIP greenlist work to residence

🤝 Community & Events:
❤ CAB Free Immigration Clinic
💻 BNI Ako presentation delivered
💃 CFTI Zumba
🏀 Ako Basketball Team– Proud 2nd Place finish 🏆
🌐 Official launch of the Ako revamp Website
https://www.akoimmigration.co.nz/

👏 A huge thank you to all clients, partners, and the community for your continued trust and support!

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