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Immigration Lawyer
Specialist immigration advice where it matters.
Extraordinary Achievements
Our Commitment in Numbers
Helping 300+ happy clients
Achieving a 99% success rate in resident visa applications
Drawing from over two decades of combined experience
Our Expertise
Comprehensive Legal Solutions
Partnership Based Work and Resident Visas
Relationship-based visas are a core focus of this practice. We advise and represent couples applying under Immigration New Zealand’s requirements for living together in a genuine and stable relationship, across work and residence pathways. Support is available from early strategic planning through to full representation, including where there are complex circumstances, short cohabitation, time apart, or INZ scrutiny. The emphasis is on clear legal strategy, evidence preparation, and reducing refusal risk.
Skills Based Work and Resident Visas
We provide advice and representation for skills-based work and residence applications, including assessing eligibility, role alignment, and pathway planning. Our approach focuses on understanding how Immigration New Zealand applies policy in practice, identifying potential issues early, and advising on timing, structure, and supporting evidence to support a well-prepared application.
Student Visas
We assist with student visa applications, including pathway planning where study is part of a longer-term immigration strategy. Advice is tailored to ensure compliance with Immigration New Zealand requirements, course suitability, and future visa options, with a focus on clarity and informed decision-making.
Work Visas
We advise on a range of work visa options, including employer-supported and open work visa pathways. Our assistance includes assessing eligibility, identifying potential risk areas, and advising on documentation and compliance obligations, so applicants and employers understand their position before proceeding.
Unlawful Status / Appeals / Deportations
We provide careful, strategic advice in matters involving unlawful status, appeals to the Immigration and Protection Tribunal, and deportation liability. These matters require a measured and legally sound approach. Advice is focused on understanding available options, procedural fairness, and the most appropriate next steps based on the individual circumstances.
Our Commitment
Who We Are and What We Stand For
We are committed to providing clear, principled, and independent immigration advice, with a particular focus on relationship-based visas. Every client’s circumstances are different, and each matter is approached with care, professionalism, and a detailed understanding of how Immigration New Zealand assesses applications in practice.
Our role is not simply to assist with paperwork, but to provide strategic legal guidance. We help clients understand the legal framework, evidentiary expectations, and practical risks that may affect their visa outcome, so they can make informed decisions at every stage.
We are committed to honest and realistic advice. Where an application is not yet ready, or where risks should be addressed before proceeding, we will say so clearly. Our focus is on acting in our clients’ best interests, not on promising outcomes that cannot be guaranteed.
Whether providing early strategic advice or full legal representation, we aim to deliver guidance that is accurate, practical, and grounded in Immigration New Zealand policy and decision-making practice, supporting clients through what is often a significant and personal process.
Our Principles
Focused advice. Thoughtful decisions.
Integrity
Commitment
Excellence
Empathy
Innovation
Results-Driven
Clients' Voices
Mark S, Tauranga
7 March 2023
"I just wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude to Taymuraz Zaseev and the team for their exceptional service in assisting me with obtaining Residence Visas for my family. Their professionalism, knowledge, and attention to detail were truly outstanding. They went above and beyond to ensure that all the necessary documentation was in order and that the application process was smooth and stress-free.
Their expertise in the field gave me confidence throughout the entire process, and they were always available to answer my questions and concerns. Thanks to their hard work and dedication, my family and I were able to secure our Residence Visas in a timely and efficient manner.
I cannot thank them enough for their support and guidance, which made a significant difference in my life and my family's lives. I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking immigration assistance, and I am grateful for their exceptional service.
Thank you once again for everything you have done for me and my family. Your outstanding service has made a significant impact, and we are truly grateful for your help."
13 October 2023
"I would like to express my gratitude for professional support Bankside Immigration has provided with our visa application. Particular thanks to Taymuraz Zaseev for his help, professional attitude, attention to details, friendly communication. Great specialists, highly recommend them if you’re are looking for immigration advice in NZ!"
25 Jan 2023
"I do recommend Taymuraz and the team as an immigration lawyer - 1000%. I would consider my case was complicated as needed to match my education and job occupation with Essential skills work visa requirements. Long story short, I have received my visa without any questions and issues. Taymuraz offered me payment conditions that were customized for me and that gave me a huge relief. I have talked to other immigration advisers but they only see how to earn money and not to succeed in my case, some of them literally thought there was no way for me to get a work visa. I understood from the very beginning that I made the right choice working with him and the team. It was only them who helped me to stay in NZ and I am still here and I am really grateful for that. So please do not hesitate and contact them as they here to help and provide the best advice for you."
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