Testimonials - Visa Advice Service

I felt the officers trusted Aki’s expertise.

I've consulted with nine advisors and lawyers regarding various visa matters, but Aki stood out for his exceptional accuracy, promptness, kindness, and professionalism. Because I am the one who asked for help, I often compromised for wasting time and money with them, but not Aki. 
He thoroughly reviewed my previous immigration submissions, ensuring a precise understanding of my situation before his representation. This gave me complete confidence in relying on him for his representation. Aki also wrote a cover letter that ensured a smooth process in light of visa rules without any need for officers to seek clarification. 
I felt the officers trusted Aki’s expertise. I applied for both Resident and Permanent Resident visas through him, both of which were granted in record time—PR was approved in just three days. Meeting Ak has been truly invaluable, and I regret not seeking his assistance sooner. Thank you immensely. I highly recommend Aki to all Japanese nationals in New Zealand who are applying for visas. 

YT who does not have to worry about her visa any more.

Skilled migrant resident visa approved wihtin 3 months thanks to Aki 

Thanks to my immigration adviser, Aki Yamasaki, I have successfully secured my skilled migrant resident visa within 3 months of lodgement. It was amazing. 

With his highly efficient, swift and professional work, we have compiled comprehensive indisputably strong evidence for our application. Aki prepared a large volume of cover letters to INZ, advocating strongly for my case, reflecting his meticulously critical analysis. 

I was selected at the very final EOI in March 2020 before no further selection was announced. If I had missed the EOI selection, I would have become ineligible to even apply for residency. Aki, thank you very much for your hard work. 

I recommend his service to anybody who wants the best immigration partner for a bright future in NZ.
Trust me Aki will do the job!

Mr H- An exceptionally talented professional who makes NZ a much better place 

His dedication hasn't wavered since 4 years ago

About four years ago, Aki came to my rescue when my visa application, which I had submitted by myself, got rejected. I distinctly remember feeling a profound sense of relief upon receiving Aki's initial response. 

Over the past four years, encompassing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, I've turned to Aki, who helped me with four different visas. Even during busy periods like Christmas and New Year's, when he might have preferred to spend time with his family, Aki consistently responded with empathy. He meticulously reviews all the documents, taking into account potential concerns and strategically handling the visa applications. Aki is genuinely sincere, openly sharing his observations. His dedication to securing visas for clients hasn't wavered since four years ago; if anything, it seems to have grown stronger each year. 

This time, Aki celebrated my visa issuance as though it were his own. I consider myself fortunate to have met Aki and I express my sincere gratitude. Four years ago, during the hustle of preparing application documents over Christmas, I never imagined receiving such a wonderful Christmas present in the form of the visa that I have just received. 

Aki, thank you very much.

M, a loyal client of 4 years who has received the visa of her dream 

Thanks to Mr Yamasaki, we got a visa in half a day.

I took a chance, but thanks to Mr. Yamasaki's visa application assistance, I received my visa within half a day. We had hoped to give birth in New Zealand, but we began the visa application process when I was already four months pregnant. Initially, we attempted to proceed with the application ourselves, but our preliminary research was insufficient, and we learned that the standard processing time for a visa application was over a year. It was disheartening to realise that we would not make it in time for the birth, and we were on the verge of giving up. 
However, as a last resort, we requested Mr. Yamasaki's assistance with our visa application. Despite the short timeframe to our desired entry date into New Zealand, Mr. Yamasaki was understanding and accommodating, showing great patience and professionalism. 
First and foremost, he provided precise and detailed guidance on the required documents, which allowed us to prepare our paperwork smoothly. Furthermore, while we were assembling the various documents, Mr. Yamasaki concurrently reviewed the ones we had already provided, ensuring no time was wasted. He responded promptly to any queries and concerns we had. He conducted a thorough inquiry into our marital status, demonstrating a compassionate understanding of our situation. Moreover, he meticulously analysed us against partnership requirements, a task we could never have accomplished on our own. 
Thanks to Mr. Yamasaki's unwavering dedication and the absolute trust that New Zealand's government had in him, we received our visa approval within a mere half-day from the notification of document submission completion. The time it took for both the visa application process and the approval was nothing short of extraordinary, and it would not have been possible without Mr. Yamasaki's invaluable assistance. As a result, we were able to enter New Zealand in time, and my wife successfully gave birth there. In our journey of immigrating and giving birth overseas, Mr. Yamasaki played an indispensable role. 
We are extremely grateful, and it would have been frightening to think about what might have happened if we hadn't crossed paths with Mr. Yamasaki. If we ever need assistance with another application in the future, we will not hesitate to seek Mr. Yamasaki's help. Mr. Yamasaki, we are truly, truly thankful for your support during that critical time.

A family who is establishing their life in New Zealand 

Aki has unparalleled experience and is well-versed in laws and case laws. 
The best service for those who are worried about visa applications

I was able to obtain a special visitor visa due to my work, and Aki-san was very kind to me. I gave him 5 stars because his knowledge, experience, and personality were all excellent. I would like to summarise the following three points that made me glad that I asked Aki to act as my visa agent: 

1.	 overwhelming experience and expertiseI applied for visas before by myself, but I often found questions and processes unclear. (Probably everyone who has applied for a visa may have this type of experience.) By consulting with Aki, all of the doubts and unclear points were cleared. His answers were surprisingly clear. Aki has been involved in visa applications for a variety of people, and has a vast amount of experience, and is well-versed in the laws and case laws. He is a very professional person. I was really grateful to be able to apply for a visa without worrying about it. 
2.	Very empathetic towards their clients
I was worried about entrusting my personal information online, but he let me manage it with a password and was thorough about how to manage it. He also kindly responded to emails many times and corrected supporting documents many times. In terms of interactions, he contacted me many times, from early in the morning until late at night. Also, I had several online meetings with Aki before applying, and my concerns were alleviated each time. I don't think any other service cares about their clients as much as Aki does. 
3.	The highest quality cover letter Aki writes a cover letter that explains why it is appropriate to issue a visa in light of the law, tailored to the client's situation. It is doubtful that you would be able to write a cover letter of the quality that Aki wrote by yourself. The cover letter written for my application was very persuasive and gave me a lot of peace of mind when applying for my visa. 
This is the best service for those who are worried about visa applications. I was able to apply for a visa with great peace of mind. I have a habit of overthinking, so I might have been a difficult client. Yet, he offered kind support until the visa approval and I thank him very much for that. I would like to request his service again in the future.

A client who was granted a special visitor visa

Aki-san's dedication and enthusiasm, surpassing even my own

I was assisted by Aki-san in the process of applying for a student visa and a partner visa. Despite having a complex background, I decided to apply for a student visa myself, thinking, "this is just a student visa application".

However, after submitting the application, the Immigration Department requested additional documents, and the process became more complicated. I couldn't manage the situation on my own, and as the deadline was approaching, Aki-san stepped in to help. While I contacted several other companies as well, Aki-san was the only one who readily agreed to assist made during the middle of the application process. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the time difference due to the application being made from Japan, Aki-san was responsive, making me wonder if he was sleeping. They handled everything promptly and efficiently. Even as the application was not progressing as smoothly as I had hoped and negative news kept coming, Aki-san's sincere response of "Let's focus on increasing the possibilities bit by bit rather than thinking it's impossible" greatly encouraged me when I felt disheartened. I witnessed a flawless and meticulous work ethic when I first saw Aki-san's cover letter. I truly felt fortunate to have Aki-san assisting me. 

While we could foresee challenges in the next partner visa application, Aki-san's dedication and enthusiasm, surpassing even my own, guided me through. Thanks to his support, the partner visa application was successful. I believe without Aki-san, my visa would not have been issued. Thank you very much, sincerely.

T, Happy living with her partner after surviving a partnership interview 

Literally, he helped me to get a visa in two working days with his cover letter 

In this instance, I initially lodged a visitor visa application on my own; however, the outcome was not delivered to me after waiting many days. Midway through the process, I turned to Aki for his assistance. My application involved various hurdles that needed to be overcome. Despite the complexity, Aki took the time to inquire about my past and current situations in great detail, even outside of regular working hours. He provided meticulous support throughout the entire process. Even with time constraints, Aki wrote a compelling and comprehensive letter to the immigration office. He also engaged with the senior management at the immigration department, which was incredibly reassuring. As a result of Aki’s help, the visa was issued merely two days after the submission of the letter! Seeking Aki’s assistance was truly a wise decision. I am genuinely grateful for all the help. Thank you very much."

Mr M who secured a well anticipated visitor visa 

We will undoubtedly use Aki's service again for our PR application

Last year, we again sought Aki's professional visa representation service for the purpose of obtaining resident visas for our family of four, and we successfully obtained approval. We didn't think twice about turning to Aki for his service this time. Two years ago, when we used his service for our work visa applications, the support provided by Aki was incredibly smooth, and we got faith in Aki as a reliable immigration adviser. We received the same service this time again. Both my husband and I work full-time and lead a busy life. By leaving the immigration process up to Aki, including communicating with INZ, we had good news with the same peace of mind. 
While our visa application was in process, we temporarily returned to our home country, Aki provided precise advice on the potential consequences of returning to NZ on different dates. Additionally, Aki helped us obtain proof of residence in NZ to renew our driver's licenses. Aki is genuinely passionate about his clients and what he does in his work. It may be accurate to say that his passion is conveyed when communicating with clients. 

We will cherish this connection and undoubtedly choose Aki again when applying for permanent resident visas. 

Impressively highly skilled R family

More than 5 star service

Aki, thank you for your help this time.

This time, it was quite a complicated matter, but thanks to Aki's ability, I was able to obtain a visa without any problems.

Aki's commitment to work is so enthusiastic and sincere that no one can imitate.His company's slogan is "More serious about getting a visa than clients" but it was in fact, more than expected. When I saw his work, I felt that his fee was very conscientious.In the future, I will definitely seek his representation when I need to renew my visa!It's a shame I can't give his service more than 5 stars.I will ask you again! 

A work visa granted by way of Minister's special direction as absolute discretion

Thanks to Aki, I have been back to NZ now

If I hadn't asked Aki for help, there's a possibility that I wouldn't have been able to come back to New Zealand.
Before, I had asked a lawyer for assistance with my visa. At that time, I trusted them, but looking back now, I'm not sure if they really thought things through properly. There were communication issues because the lawyer wasn't Japanese, and I had many concerns. Despite paying a high fee, I couldn't obtain the visa, and I had no choice but to return to Japan. It was tough back then. However, I couldn't completely let go of the desire to immigrate to New Zealand. While I was contemplating various things, I believe that the decision to use his service has led me to where I am now. I found  Aki was taking a holistic approach to obtaining my visa. He took the time to practice interviews with me and even assisted during nerve-wracking phone calls with the officer. I am truly grateful for all the help I received from him. Due to my previous negative experience with the lawyer, I had some concerns before asking him for help. But this time, I was able to obtain my visa successfully. I'm really glad I reached out for assistance. Thank you so much!

M who has secrured a visa and that now is now in NZ

You are the best immigration adviser in our life 

Thanks Aki for everything you have done for us for the last 18 months. NZ Visa Partner is the best Immigration professional we have had in our life. Aki has been working hard on our case and looked after us very well. He always approaches us on multiple and contemporary platforms to connect and gather information for evaluation in the context of interest shown. Moreover, he prepares the submissions along with the documentary evidence provided by us with the sole purpose of getting a positive outcome on the application. He even gives us the worst scenarios that might happen and let us know what the next steps are. We do respect Aki's professional advice. That is why we do trust Aki all the time. 
Please accept our deepest gratitude Aki. 

H family- secured a partnership resident visa in less than 4 months and overturned a declined decision by INZ for her visitor visa application

Please continue to change your client's lives 

Mr Aki Yamasaki is definitely a highly recommended immigration advisor with professional guidance, great assistance, and never-ending encouragement and support. I was so lucky to have him to represent my visa application which was approved in less than 2 weeks after being submitted to INZ despite the big challenge brought by two decline history. 

Aki did an excellent job and I will always be grateful for your great service. 
May you be able to help more clients in the future and change their lives by guiding them with their visa needs.

CZ-overcome the past immigration history and received her visa quickly 

More than expected. We will be forever indebted to Aki

We first met with Aki Yamasaki we were at the point of despair having spent 5 years trying to get my daughter’s fiancé, a Turkish citizen, into New Zealand. His case was complicated by a prior visa denial and suspicions that he had overstayed. It was further compromised by the high unemployment rate and a complex employment environment in Turkey leading to a fractured and variable work history. We had been using a Christchurch immigration lawyer with little real progress being made. We wanted a local advisor who was an active communicator and understood how to partner with us and manage our case to a successful conclusion. With Aki, we got all of that and so much more.
Partnership with his clients in a highly professional manner is exactly what Aki is about. His management of our case was meticulous, thorough and absolutely tireless. He gave us well-considered advice about how to proceed, what to provide and how to present it.  I recognised early on that Aki was a master at his craft, worked carefully through each stage of the case putting in far more time than he was paid for, and above all cared deeply about obtaining the outcome we desired.
Our skilfully prepared application for a General Visitor Visa went through six months of unnecessarily arduous processing before being approved by INZ. We had the misfortune to encounter a variety of difficulties with Immigration NZ once we submitted it that led to us making a series of complaints and appealing to the Associate Minister and the Ombudsman. The difficulties included INZ ignoring a priority escalation, teething issues with their new online management system (Adept) that resulted in parts of our application not being considered, an unnecessary Potentially Prejudicial Information Letter and flawed procedural matters.  All of these issues Aki navigated with superb expertise, keeping us fully informed each step of the way.
When you engage Aki’s services he will give you his full attention and the vigour to ensure that no stone is left unturned in finding and amassing the evidence that will prove your case to immigration. For us the outcome was life-changing and we will be forever indebted to Aki for his expert advice and management that completely matched our needs and surpassed all our expectations.

PW- loves the final outcome, which was not possible by their former lawyer

Aki is the kindest, most plesant to deal with and most responsive visa adviser

I asked Aki to represent me for my student visa application. Renewing a student visa application requires applicants to have a reasonable attendance rate. Still, in my case, due to stress-related stomachache, the rate was significantly lower, making me worry about what to do with the application. 
I approached several immigration advisers, and Aki was, by far, the kindest and most responsive. I was convinced this gentleman would be reliable, leading me to sign a contract with him. In the last three weeks, he gave me a clear list of required documents, and to-do lists etc., for me to take quick action. And thanks to Aki, my student visa was successfully granted. 
Thank you very much for the last three weeks! After talking to several NZ immigration advisers, I can only say that Aki is the kindest, most pleasant to deal with, and most responsive. 
Once again, thank you so much this time. If there is another opportunity, I would love to get in touch with you!

-Lovely student who secured his student visa despite his attendance rate 

Aki’s hard work and expertise went well past what we expected from a visa adviser 

We feel so happy and lucky to have met Aki from NZ Visa Partner. He has been an absolute pleasure to work with. The hard work and expertise he put into Naomi’s (my partner) student visa application went well past what we expected from an immigration adviser. He responded quickly to any questions we had, helping Naomi through every stage of the process and made sure she understood everything.
Naomi had a very complex visa history and Aki put forward a detailed and thorough case for why NZ Immigration should accept her application. This included successfully challenging an unwarranted exclusion from Australia, caused through negligent legal advice from a previous lawyer. This exclusion would have led to an automatic rejection of Naomi’s NZ visa application without the detailed argument Aki included in the application.

Because of his hard work and comprehensive cover letters, Naomi was awarded her visa today within just one month of applying, despite the odds being stacked against her. Aki fully invested himself into Naomi’s case, and we are so thankful to him. We fully recommend NZ Visa Partner to anyone looking to migrate to New Zealand.

LB- amazingly cooperative partner from the UK

Aki was trully "more serious about getting a visa than a client"!

"More serious about getting a visa than a client!" I was at a loss about getting a visa when I saw Aki's tagline. I contacted Aki from NZ VISA PARTNER with little hope at first (sorry).  
There is a reason why I said "little hope".
I have a history of visa cancellation in Australia due to my previous lawyer's advice and even my tourist visa applications were rejected. Other educational agents that I consulted before talking to Aki, refused to listen to me further as soon as I mentioned the visa cancellation. When I talked to Aki for the first time, I quickly thought "I want to ask him to represent my student visa application!!"
He cordially listened to me and gave me strategies based on each and every piece of information I provided. When I voiced my concerns or something that I didn't fully agree, he gave me ample opportunities to discuss it deeply until both agreed.
Instead of "I, the adviser, just apply for a visa", I genuinely felt Aki's genuine attitude of "we, the adviser and client, obtain a visa together". If my Australian lawyer had been like Aki, I believe my Australian visa would not have been cancelled. I cannot thank Aki enough for researching Australian visa regulations in detail as well. Despite the time difference, his email replies were meticulous and super-quick, making me wonder when he actually sleeps and I wished he had taken weekends off.
I have now secured a New Zealand student visa without any problem. I can't wait to see my Australia- based partner and dogs in New Zealand. I really owe it to Aki. If I hadn't met Aki, I would never have been able to get the visa. That is for sure. "More serious about getting a visa than a client!" I can tell you there really is such a visa adviser. His name is Aki. If you are worried about a visa, please do not hesitate to consult Aki.

N-praiseworthy for her great efforts in getting a visa 

I could not have obtained a resident visa without Aki 

I asked Aki from NZ Visa Partner to act for my work and resident visa applications, and have become a New Zealand resident now. 
In my case, probably, other immigration advisers would have refused to take my case. The case was extremely complex and onerous but, Aki was consistently caring. 
All the information was perfect and well-considered so that there was no room for disputes. 
 Aki's cover letter to INZ was carefully written. All the correspondence with my immigration officers was communicated by Aki and I believe without Aki's help, I could not have obtained a resident visa. 
I suggest you contact Aki if you have some concerns about your visa applications. 
The visa representation fees do not come cheap, but considering Aki's substantial work, which was more than I paid him, I had to be surprised at the value that I received. 
I will recommend Aki to all my workmates, and acquittance who have visa issues or need help with immigration. 

S- Secured residency despite an information request 

I want to refer Aki to many people needing visa help

Aki kindly and promptly acted on my visa application even though the visa category was due to close. Email communication with him was professional and Dropbox, which was easy to manage, and update was something I found a smooth way to deal with. 
Visa information is frequently updated and he gave me legal advice considering various aspects against the up-to-date information. I am going to refer Aki to my friends or acquaintances and many people needing assistance in visa matters. 
Aki, thank you very much for everything. 
All the best for your business. 

KG- Secured residency so fast

Previous declined student visa application under self-representation
With Aki, it was approved technically in one day 

Without Aki's immigration services, I would have been unable to obtain my student visa, or, even worse, set foot in New Zealand.  
Because of a lack of immigration knowledge and the educational agent that I was using, my student visa application was rejected. I had never expected that my student visa application would be refused. My mind went blank. for a while.In haste, I got in touch with my friend in New Zealand and was recommended to contact Aki. 
It was late at night, he gave me a call to find out my situation completely. He assessed that my situation was worse than I thought (INZ may have put a warning on my file, restricting my ability to apply for a visa or enter NZ in the future) He suggested that I should prove to INZ that I am eligible for a visa in a fresh student visa application. 
Thanks to his loyal and professional services, I managed to tender my new application under his representation without the luxury of time. (It was a bit daunting to go through the process again),The new application was approved just three days after a case officer was assigned. That was all thanks to Aki's communication with INZ and a lot of evidence to back up my claim as per his advice. 
I can now experience a new life as a student in NZ. If you are considering studying in NZ, don't assume a student visa application is easy. Let Aki, an immigration professional, successfully get your visa with peace of mind. 
I owe you my appreciation. Thank you so much again. 

A student who can finally enjoy a new life in NZ

Aki guided us to the SHORT journey to residency 

Thank you so much for your efforts in getting our 2021 Resident Visa the other day.  Speaking of visas, it is not an exaggeration, but they will significantly affect your future life. So we were looking for a reliable immigration adviser. In the middle of our search, Aki's website popped up. The following sentence on his website caught our eyes: "We will not treat you as a customer, but we will fight together as your visa partner!"  Upon seeing this, I got immediately hooked; he was our right adviser. We wanted to be best prepared for our 2021 Resident Visa application, which was a once-in-a-blue-moon opportunity. He clearly articulated things that might have been difficult to say and demonstrated his attitude of “fighting together” at all times. (Not treating you as a customer does not imply any negativity here: he was very polite so that we were able to seek his advice with confidence) 
First of all, we did a free eligibility test by email, and his assessment was wonderfully quick, prompting us to proceed with a paid consultation and then representation service. As a result, our residency visas were issued only one and a half months after the lodgement. There was no correspondence from Immigration New Zealand to request additional evidence during the process until we saw our visas, in the shortest time.  I identified the merits of seeking Aki’s legal representation for our visa applications as follows;  ・ Timely updates ⇒Aki sent status updates or new immigration rule announcements on the same day, which we were incredibly assured that we were in good hands.  ・ Clear strategy to maximise the chance⇒ Aki came up with the best strategy to increase the chance of getting us a successful outcome. We were impressed by his ‘outside the box” suggestions based on his vast experience and knowledge.  ・Fast responses ⇒His email response was extremely quick, and his advice was accurate.  ・Perfect cover letter to Immigration ⇒ I cannot think of any other word than ‘perfect’ to describe his cover letter. Backed by supporting evidence, we felt there was no way our immigration officer would oppose Aki’s rationales on the cover letter, as confirmed by the fact that there was no request by the officer at all.  In conclusion, we can confidently recommend Aki, undoubtedly a top NZ immigration adviser. If you are not sure which adviser to choose now, why not consult Aki once? We are sure you'll never regret it. 

-A nice couple enjoying their life as NZ residents 

Aki turned a long dream into reality

I got my Permanent Resident Visa in a short period of time - only one month. It is a dream-like story for me, but Aki from NZ VISA PARTNER made it happen, and I can't thank him enough. 
I had become scared of communicating with INZ after a traffic offence and deportation liability (later cancelled) on my Resident Visa, so I decided not to do anything on my Visa for almost 10 years. After my passport renewal, I considered applying for a Permanent Resident Visa or at least extending the Travel Condition and consulted an immigration lawyer, who said the chance for success would be low. I also found out that their fee would be prohibitive. I was left with anxiety and despair.
Then, I decided to apply by myself and started to prepare documents etc if the chance was low, even by a professional. However, I was glued to the news that somebody's Visa was revoked because of giving a wrong answer on the application due to an incorrect understanding. That led me to believe that I should seek immigration advice to get them checked on the questions I was unsure how to answer and I came across NZ VISA PARTNER Aki's company website. 
At first, I thought I would only seek a paid consultation, but after talking with Aki, a lot of anxiety disappeared. I strongly felt that this person could be trusted and appointed as my immigration adviser, making me decide to use his service at the end of the consultation. 
The fee that was my biggest bottleneck initially differed from that of a lawyer. Aki did not charge me a success fee, and I found his price reasonable enough to pay him happily. 
It only took one week from the preparation of documents to the submission to Immigration. He even gave me emails late at night and dealt with my cases at the weekend. As his company name suggests, he was a reliable partner.
The strengths that I identified in NZ VISA PARTNER Aki's services are; *Understands clients and their feelings well,  *Keeps up with immigration rule changes, *Provides accurate advice and identifies potential concerns and strategies therefor, *Responds sincerely to clients' visa representation process,*The fee structure is clear.
If you are worried or troubled about your Visa, please get in touch with NZ VISA PARTNER Aki. I am sure your anxiety will be dispelled, and the road to your bright future will open. He is your future game-changer.

-Finally secured a well-deserved permanent resident visa

Aki did an amazing job!

I was introduced by my friend to Aki and he has done an amazing job.
My permanent residence visa was granted in just three months and it was because of Aki's knowledge and experience. His confidence and achievements made him easy to trust. He gave reliable and accurate advice, and quickly responded to questions. I would say he is excellent and professional advisor .Also Aki has very friendly and nice personality. It made me feel like had been friends for a while.
Aki is the adviser whom I would definitely recommend to you.

NS-secured residency in just three months

Thanks to Aki, I obtained a permanent resident visa

My first encounter with Aki was through his columns. The beginning was like a drama.It was Friday when we consulted with him directly. The deadline for us to apply for our best type of visa was midnight on Sunday. We only had two days to prepare, but we had to start from "0", including the preparation of documents, medical and x ray, and filling out the application form. We were frightened for a moment because the situation was so difficult, but he worked for us on the weekend (even until midnight) to find a clinic that could accommodate us on Saturday, made an appointment, and advised us on the documents to be presented, and we were able to start the process. Aki’s generous and full support continued until the end. 
After that, it was like a roller coaster. There were repeated requests for additional information from INZ and requests that were so unreasonable that it seemed like a fairy tale. Each time, Aki checked with the case officer, negotiated with him, and gave us advice in a polite, generous, and precise manner. While I was waiting for the outcome, there were times when I was unhappy about INZ and felt like crying. At such times, he was there for us like an old friend, listening to us and encouraging us. And he always gave me good advice.
I can confidently say that I was able to obtain my visa thanks to AKI-san.If you are looking for the right advisor, I recommend you consult with Aki.

MK- applied in 2 days while on a visitor visa and secured a permanent resident visa 

We felt Aki really wants to help people!

From day one when we first spoke directly with Aki about applying for my wife’s permanent residence application he has given us the most amazing support. He was available whenever we had questions, queries and always proactively assisted us with whatever we needed. My wife has already spoken of Aki goes the extra mile to help out, with whatever we needed and quite often in a really tight time frame. He gave us hope (but always being transparent about the process and difficulties we could face). 

We felt he was passionate about what he does and really wants to help people! He has been incredible with his dedication to helping us achieve our goal! On a personal note I enjoyed having a great rapport with Aki, especially when we had requests from INZ that I found unusual. He always listens and attentively before offering any advice. 

I have spoken of Aki to other people who are also going through immigration advisors and lawyers and they also say the same thing, that I am very lucky to have someone who takes such a proactive approach to their role.

SK- helped his wife to become a permanent resident 

Aki was super responsive despite the time difference 

Aki made the experience of applying for an NZ visa as smooth as booking a vacation. Not only did Aki lay out all the required steps very clearly, he went above and beyond to call and inquire with various parties about special circumstances applying to my case, in addition to tirelessly answering all my queries. Aki was at all times super responsive despite the time zone difference, identifying thoughtfully considerations from all angles and being very thorough and fair in his statements and judgements. He was also very empathetic in difficulties faced in compiling paperwork, very motivational when it came to the timeline needed for the application to be lodged and considered. In Aki I truly found an ADVISOR in the purest meaning of the word! A partner in this journey to work in New Zealand, someone who genuinely cared and took effort to make everything as smooth as possible for me, and as fair and accurate as possible to the Kiwi Government.

YH- Secured permant residency straight from a work visa in less than 2 months

Aki made a perfect representation that INZ would find it impossible to object to 

I had been in New Zealand for more than 10 years. I applied for residency without an adviser 7 years ago, which was rejected. Since then, I have tried to apply for residency with multiple advisers, but I have not been able to obtain it.
When I was looking for an advisor for my partner to get a partner visa, I got to know Aki.I was surprised at the very polite and prompt response and the reasonable fee, so I decided to ask Aki not only for the partner visa but also for the work visa and resident applications.As a result, I was able to obtain residency residence easily, which I was hoping for many years.
Originally, I had a sloppy personality, and I didn't put together past materials, so when I tried to apply, I had to organise information each time, but after using Aki's services, we used the cloud storage and  I was able to apply with a thorough system so that the Immigration NZ did not point out any deficiencies by Aki's clearly instructing me what materials I needed. I remember being very relieved to hear from him over the phone not only for consultations directly related to visa application, but also for consultations on issues that could indirectly be a negative factor for visa application. Even though it was late at night on holidays, such as when I needed to take immediate action, I received an email reply immediately, and I wondered when he rests. This time, my dream came true, and I'm really glad to ask Aki-san. And thank you very much. I appreciate it very much. I will continue to recommend Aki if I have the opportunity and when I recommend it to someone.

TM- The long-term dream finally came true 

Aki can be recommended to anyone experiencing immigration issues in NZ

-My partner and I arrived in NZ in June and it was a very challenging time for us as soon after we were faced with COVID-19 restrictions, lockdowns and border restrictions. My partner faced a lot of completions with his visa and we felt like we had very limited options. 
When we came across Aki we couldn’t believe our luck, as for one he was available to speak to us after your typical immigration services hours and we were pretty desperate to speak to someone immediately. Aki rose to the challenge of this tricky case, with an extremely supportive and dedicated approach to keeping my partner in the country.Any time we had any concerns, Aki was extremely responsive and was so reliable and quick to respond to our queries and concerns. It was so reassuring to have an immigration adviser who didn’t just see our case as financial gain, but rather, somebody that we both felt we could trust. I then came into my own visa doubts as I’m currently on a WH visa and wasn’t sure if going onto a Work Visa was the best option for me. Aki was fantastic at explaining through the options with me and really helped put my mind at ease by explaining at length the different routes I could take with my visa choices. Without Aki’s help we both would be in a very different circumstance and no question ever felt like the wrong question as Aki has great people skills, aside from being a great immigration adviser. Without a doubt we will continue to use his services if and when required and would recommend him to anyone experiencing immigration issues in NZ.

JL- their visa issues were resolved

I want to recommend Aki to my family, friends and anybody wanting to come to NZ

My experience with Aki in the application of my student visa was as smooth and rewarding as expected, based on the personal recommendation I received to leverage his services. He is highly responsible and responsive in the way he carries out his duties, and extremely considerate and proactive in the way he conducts himself. I always felt reassured by how knowledgeable and well organized he was, and how much he genuinely cared. My case was tricky and under a lot of time pressure, but Aki not only clear-headedly did his best (amid Christmas holidays, personal vacations and some unforeseen circumstances), but went above and beyond to ensure that timelines were met to the best of his abilities and kept on the ball when things were outside of his hands. We managed to have a very successful outcome in the span of 4-6 weeks from start to finish, and I’ve never been happier since in New Zealand with starting my new life. Not only would I wholeheartedly recommend Aki’s services to any of my friends, family and anyone who is genuinely interested in coming to New Zealand, but I plan to engage him again for any of my own future visa needs.”

SA- secured permanent resident visa from a student visa in less than two months

No Japanese speaking visa adviser gives detailed advice than Aki 

I asked Aki to help me with my student visa application. I first came to New Zealand on a working holiday visa, but about five years later, it became clear to me that I wanted to live in New Zealand for a longer span. I first tried to figure out what I should do on my own, but the immigration system had changed rapidly during those five years, and instantly, I decided to consult with Aki. Since he has a lot of professional knowledge and experience, he was able to present me with several options that would suit me the best, and I was able to choose the method that I thought was best. It was this “personalized consulting” different from others, that I felt the most attractive.
I have seen many cases where a small mistake or misunderstanding of the visa application process led to rejection of applications. I feel that it is very important to ask for help from a professional, especially since I am a non-native English speaker and there is no other advisor who can explain in detail and help me in Japanese. Thank you very much for your kindness and support. If you are interested in staying in New Zealand, I highly recommend you consult Aki-san. He may be able to show you the possible options that you cannot come up by yourself.

MK- secured a student visa after using our school referral services

No adviser thinks about their clients more than Aki 

When applying for a work visa, we asked Aki-san for visa support, and they provided us with very dedicated support. They went above and beyond to increase the possibility of visa issuance until the very end. Thanks to their efforts, we were able to obtain a three-year work visa much faster than expected.
Aki-san is truly someone who takes the visa acquisition process seriously, even more than their clients do. They not only gather information and review documents but also provide various advice with a long-term plan in mind. I think there is no other immigration advisor who thinks so seriously about their clients. Thank you very much for your thorough support.

-Japanese client who secured a three-year work visa in 10 days 

Aki provies comprehensive knowledge, considerable support and accurate info

I asked Aki to support for extending the employee's work visa.I could not go through a difficult time without his professional support. I highly recommend him to people who are planning to apply for any visa. You will get comprehensive knowledge, considerate support, and accurate information. His guidance is accurate and knowledgeable beyond our thought. Moreover, he gave me detailed expirations so I could prepare correct documents. I appreciated his day and night support. 

- YN Employer genuinely caring about her staff 

I couldn't get my visa without Aki 

We had a short period of cohabitation and my NZ partner is 13 years older than me. When I contacted several other immigration advisers they either didn't reply or said it was impossible to get my visa, so I almost gave up. Then, I happened to find Aki and asked him for help. To be honest, at first I wasn’t sure if it would be all right to use his service, since he looked so young. However, he listened to me very kindly and gave me appropriate instructions.
It was certainly a lot of work to gather all the materials, but I think we were able to obtain the visa because he guided us in gathering all the materials in detail and to perfection, which we would never have been able to do by ourselves. He worked very hard, sometimes until midnight. He is more serious about getting a visa than his own clients.
I was so happy and surprised that I cried when he told me that he got the visa! I really can't thank him enough. In these days when it is difficult to get a visa due to the Coronavirus situation, I could not have done it without Aki. Soon, I would like to ask for his help again for my resident visa application. 

MH- secured a two year partner work visa 

I recommend Aki to anybody who wants to demonstrate your ability in NZ 

I asked NZ visa partner LTD, Aki, to help me renew my work visa and my wife's partner visa. The application process for resident and work visas in New Zealand is becoming more complex each year, so I decided to ask a professional to help me with my visa application eyeing permanent residence. When I got in contact with him, we found out that the actual EOI points were far off from what we had calculated on the Immigration page, and we had not been able to keep up with the ever-changing immigration laws. We would have been utterly clueless if we had applied for the visa on our own.
From that point on, Aki-san carefully and thoroughly collected and instructed us on each and every document, sometimes even replying to us in the middle of the night. I think it is rare to find such a kind advisor in New Zealand, where people work only during standard work hours. Last time, I was only granted a 2-year work visa and my wife was granted a 1-year partner visa (on my own), but this time we were both granted 3-year visas. I believe that this outcome was due to the fact that we were able to submit much more detailed documents than we would have been able to do by ourselves and also due to the trust that INZ had in us. There is a saying in Japan, "The mochi(rice cake) shop knows about mochi(rice cake) the best- Better leave it to a specialist," and I believe this is exactly true. If you are interested in demonstrating the best of your ability in New Zealand, I highly recommend you contact Aki.

M family-Partnership based work visa, essential skills work visa, Long Term Skill Shortage List Work Visa, Dependent Child Visitor Visa 

Aki made me feel confident and took away my worries 

Dear Mr. Aki, I really want to express my appreciation to you and your team. Thanks for your professional consultation and you were so honest and caring when you took the time to talk to me and explain the situation. You made me feel confident and took away my worries. My work visa has been approved and you played a huge part in it I will always remember your willingness to help me get through my visa process.

CW- Essential Skills Work Visa, Request for Reconsideration 

Aki will fight for your right till the end

I was at first hesitant to consult an immigration adviser, having heard a few horror stories of others’ experiences but NZ Visa Partner Limited came highly recommended. They will represent you and fight for your right till the end. I was recommended by my manager to Aki for the Essential Skills Work Visa application. Aki helped me and my colleagues a lot on the journey in the new country. He is experienced with applications for many types of visa applications. He handled with much care, attention and experience. If you focus on what you do, together with his professional advice and legal support, you will be in safe hands. Thank you for the tremendous help that you have given me in navigating the complex processes of immigration and as efficiently and effectively as possible. Keep up the good work. 

STW- Essential Skills Work Visa, Request for reconsideration 

He liaised with my immigration officer ASAP

Aki Yamasaki was appointed as my Licensed Immigration Adviser for my Essential Skills Work Visa application lately from my company. He is very helpful and efficient person. When I first talked to him, he was able to provide me the sufficient information that I needed which helped me for understanding immigration needs in term of application documents. He showed his professionalism on the work he produced in my application. He managed to liaise with the Immigration Officer as soon as I had gotten PPI letter from the immigration, he would give you a peace of mind when you entrust him with the application .With his experiences and advices, I had acquired my visa as quick as I left New Zealand. Thank you very much for all these helps. Keep in touch in the near future.

RN-Essential skills work visa

Glad to hire you from the bottom of my heart

Aki represented me for my work visa application. Every year, immigration processing seem to be getting stricter and the immigration policy has changed a lot and I received accurate advice from Aki. Getting advice on various information such as my work history and employment certificates from Aki, I was able to get a work visa without trouble. It would have been difficult for me to apply for a visa by myself. I'm glad to hire you from the bottom of my heart. Thank you very much.

NK-Essential skills work visa, visitor visa, reconsideration and partner work visa 

Aki responded professionally to difficult requests from INZ

Thank you for sending me the visa. Also, once again, thank you for representing me for my student visa application. Thanks to you, the door to the next stage of my life was opened despite many difficult requests from INZ. I would not have obtained this visa without your help!
I have been very thankful for making yourself available to offer swift superb support despite your busy schedule. Thank you very much for suggesting many options enthusiastically. That is beyond description.I felt supported during uncertain times by knowing that you are representing my case. I would like to spend the next one year to pay back your help. I am going to need your help such as insurance but look forward to your service in the near future. 

MH- secured a student visa successfully 

Thanks to Aki, I was able toget my visa so quickly and without any anxiety at all 

Thank you very much, Aki-san! I didn't expect it to be granted so soon, so I'm honestly surprised and I still can't believe it. Thank you very much for your kindness in helping me find out whether or not my wife and son's visas can be extended. Thanks to Aki-san, I was able to get my visa so quickly and without any anxiety at all. I am very grateful to Aki for his help.
I will try my best to study English so that I can apply for a permanent residence visa as soon as possible. I hope that Aki can help me again when I apply for a resident visa.  Thank you very much for your kindness and support.

MG-received a three-year work visa in two weeks without any job advert 

Thank you Aki for saving me and my family 

I actually received my WTR Visa today. It has been a long and rocky road. I am confident to say that it was probably one of the most difficult cases in Aki's career. To tell you the truth, I thought my visa application was going to be declined because of the circumstances and the very strict immigration officer. I have been in New Zealand for about 4 years and I have changed advisors and lawyers every time I applied for a Visa (about 3-4 times). I've had a variety of companies that were horrible to deal with and unprofessional lawyers, allogant staff.I have had enough.
If you have any doubts, I would recommend you ask Aki-san. His passion, knowledge and love for his clients is amazing. It is difficult to come from Japan at this time, but I will definitely introduce Aki to anyone I meet in the future. Thank you so much for saving me and my family. I can't thank him enough. 

YT- received a Long Term Skill Shortage List Work Visa despite 2 PPI letters

Choosing Aki as my adviser was the best thing 

I never thought I would get my NZ Partnership-based work visa so quickly. It would not have been possible without Aki. I was reluctant and searching for a good immigration advisor and luckily, I found the perfect person for it! With me coming from a third world country and with the Covid-19 outbreak worldwide, Aki did tell me I should expect a long waiting period. But it’s quite unbelievable that I did get my visa when I did; a month after application, because I know how hard immigration can be. This only happened because of Aki’s sincere professionalism. He helped me whenever I needed him day or night, and he presented my case in full detail. Thank you so much Aki, you have made my journey so smooth and choosing you as my Advisor was the best thing I did! 

MH- Partner of a New Zealander Resident visa and Partnership based work visa 

Without Aki, I could not have imagined my future with my husband in NZ 

This time, I was able to get my residence visa with the help of Aki-san. In my case, my husband had a criminal record, so my residence visa application was not successful previously. I was worried about his criminal record, so I asked a NZ immigration lawyer's office to help me, but they didn't reply to my emails for several days, and they were not very helpful when the immigration officer asked for additional documents. After that, I received a notice from the immigration office that my residence visa application was rejected, and I despaired about this situation which was difficult even for a lawyer specializing in visas. It was then, I found out about Aki-san on a social networking site and sent him an email. He gave us good advice on how to prepare our documents, wrote a cover letter with detailed information, gave us emotional support when we felt like we were falling behind, and was very kind to us. I could not have imagined my future with my husband in NZ without Aki's support. I am really glad that I asked Aki to help me.

Secured a residency despite the previous decline under a lawyer's representation 

My visa was issued because of Aki's detailed instructions and strategies 

I asked for Aki’s assistance in applying for a work visa on a partnership basis. Aki was always accurate and very prompt in his responses. I believe that my visa was issued because of his detailed instructions and strategies that I could not have thought of on my own.
There was something difficult for us to explain to INZ, such as my relationship with my partner, and if I had explained and applied for the visa on my own, I think it would have been challenging to get the visa. I am very happy to have worked with Aki.

TM- Partnership based work visa and resident visa 

Aki always replied so quickly that I sometimes wondered when he was sleeping

I asked for support in applying for a partnership work visa. I had a lot of concerns about the application process and was wondering if I should apply by myself or ask an advisor. I had asked several other companies to help me, but they didn't reply until a few weeks later, and some of them didn't even respond me. Aki-san replied to me the earliest and listened to me very kindly, which made me decide to ask for his help. The speed of communication and the fact that he is Japanese and can communicate even the smallest details were also big factors. 
Aki-san always replied so quickly that I sometimes wondered when he was sleeping. (lol). He also answered all my questions in detail, which made me feel at ease. I am really glad that I asked him to help me with my visa application because there were many things that I would not have known if I had applied by myself, such as the impact of my previous visa application. He is the advisor that I would like to contact again!

MA-parnership based work visa 

I wish I had met Aki sooner before 

This time, we asked Aki to help us apply for a Critical Purpose Visitor Visa. The partner visa process that I had been applying for was suspended due to the Coronavirus situation, and the EOI that I had applied for after trial and error had also failed. He prepared a cover letter that was logical and persuasive, which I could not have imagined by myself. Applying for a visa can be a very stressful process, but with Aki's help, it went surprisingly smoothly. I wish I had met him sooner...! I thought over and over again. (lol).  I am planning to ask him for support for my partner visa next. He is the first advisor I would recommend to anyone who is serious about getting a visa.

AF- secured a Critical Purpose Visitor Visa (success rate 10~20%) 

He will do his best with an overwhelming amount of knowledge 

My application was submitted at a time when the unemployment rate of the locals was increasing due to Covid-19. In my case, my application had been rejected once and I had a criminal record (car accident) in the past, so I needed a lot of support. Even so, as Aki keeps his promise, "I am more serious about getting a visa than our clients! “ as he claims. I contacted Aki right after my application was declined, desperate for a way. First, I only wanted to talk to him casually, but when I sent him an email explaining my situation, he replied in less than an hour. The passion that Aki-san conveyed to me as he listened to my story strongly encouraged me. 
As I was applying for a new visa, Aki contacted my boss often, and the boss was very satisfied with Aki's speed and responsiveness. Personally, I would like to work with him again in the future, eyeing permanent residence. He will do his best to support your visa application with an overwhelming amount of knowledge, even under difficult circumstances. I really appreciate his help. 

Secured a work visa in 7 days despite a past decline 

No other immigration advisor cares so much about own clients than Aki

When I asked Aki for support for my work visa application, he was very dedicated and did his best to increase my chance of getting a visa until the very end. Thanks to him, I was able to obtain a three-year work visa much earlier than expected.
Aki is a person who is more serious about getting a visa than his clients. He not only collects information and reviews documents, but also gives me various advice for the mid and long-term span. I think there is no other immigration advisor who really cares about own clients so much. Thank you very much for your generous support. 

AS- Secured a work visa 

My employer also said Aki is a very kind person 

Thank you very much for your help. In my case, I applied for a work visa, but it was quite difficult because it was around the time the Coronavirus situation had just started. However, I decided to stay in New Zealand and asked Aki-san to help me. He was very generous and also listened to me kindly. My owner also said that Aki-san is a very nice person. Under the influence of Corona, We carefully prepared documents and due to his efforts, I was able to get a 3-year work visa. Thank you very much for your help.

NM-Essential skills work visa 

Got a  Resident Visa 1 day after a case officer was assigned 

I asked Aki to help me with my resident visa application. After the initial meeting, he quickly checked all the details and in my case. I was able to get my resident visa in just one day after the examiner contacted me because we submitted documents that were in compliance with the current immigration laws. I would not have been able to get my visa so quickly without Aki's expertise and support. Thank you very much.

NF-Long Term Skills Shortage List Resident visa in 6 weeks

We felt Aki is able to foresee the future 

We’ve been using Aki(NZ Visa Partner)’s service for our SMC residence visa since 2019, and we have to say that the service Aki(NZ visa partner) provided to us is beyond amazing. His service and expertise is worth every penny because he will ensure our application and supporting documents are precisely accurate to keep us on the right track and he always think more steps ahead to prevent any undesirable outcome, so we really feel re-assured how organized, knowledgeable and proficient he is on this field and we always feel that we are on the right hand, He even went above and beyond by supporting us mentally he always say: “don’t worry too much about your application it will be alright”, and He sometimes pop up on our work place to have a small talk with us and make sure everything is alright, because he know for some people waiting for that period of time can be challenging, So we genuinely thankful for what he has done for us. Since we got our case officer on holiday season he is still highly responsive and responsible on our urgent matter even during holiday time or even late at night, and just 6 weeks after his initial contact to the case officer thanks to his service and help for our residence visa approved fairly quick, during that period we are really impressed how he handle the matters and we feels like he is able to foreseen the future (he even asked us to send our passport to INZ even before we heard anything) that how extremely experienced he is. That is our experience with Aki (NZ visa partner) service, so we definitely recommend him to anyone who is seeking for the best service you can ask and peace of mind for their visa applications, he would not let you down

TW & DI-SMC resident visa in 18 months

Aki loves the immigration adviser job with confidence and pride in what he does 

I asked Aki for my work visa renewal and realised that Aki loves the job as an immigration adviser with confidence and pride in what he does. I felt his strong passion for work, he responded to my queries, answered even little questions, which gave me great assurance I am grateful that I was able to obtain a three-year work via this time thanks to Aki’s eye for the details, abundant experience being familiar with the relevant laws. In particular, as I work full time, I appreciated him for giving time to communicate online or by phone and I was shown the clear schedule for submitting documents to INZ. That was very reassuring.  INZ asked pointed out something, which seemed unusual but thanks to Aki’s prompt judgement and comments, I was able to clear the problem without difficulty. I am thinking about obtaining resident visa in the future and I would like to ask Aki for his service again. 

M-Essential Skills Work Visa 

Aki wrote clear, well-researched and persuasive cover letters 

Aki-san handled our application from start to finish, and we both appreciate his assistance.  Despite our unique circumstances, he was very polite in every email and telephone conversation. He gave us advice not only on what to prepare next but far ahead and we were very impressed by it and said to ourselves that it was an excellent decision to use his service. We think it was not a typical application, but not only did he listen to us intently to try to understand our circumstances clearly, but he thoroughly covered the information provided by us and researched by himself in the cover letter. It was clear, and it was clear and easy to understand yet persuasive argument. 
Aki's response is so quick that we worried if he takes a rest. In addition, when we were worried about our applications, he was cheerful with a few jokes without being annoyed by our questions. Reassured by such interactions, we regard him as a person whom we can depend on with peace of mind. The next time when we apply for resident visas, we would like to ask Aki again. 

A nice couple who secured residency, partner work and essential skills work visas 

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