Clear New Zealand immigration advice, built around your circumstances
SNK Consultancy helps individuals, families and employers understand their New Zealand visa pathways, the evidence that may be required, and where the real risks sit — before an application is lodged. Personalised advice from licensed immigration advisers, online across New Zealand and overseas, or in person at our Manukau, Auckland office.
Individuals & employersOne adviser, both sides of the process
NZ-wide & overseasAdvice online from anywhere
Manukau officeIn-person appointments
Work directly with Shaneel Kumar
SNK Consultancy is led by Shaneel Kumar, Licensed Immigration Adviser 201800694, providing clear and practical New Zealand immigration advice for individuals, families and employers.
- Advice tailored to your visa pathway and circumstances
- Support with evidence, timing and application preparation
- Online appointments and in-person meetings in Manukau, Auckland
Start with the situation that sounds most like yours
Choose a starting point and we will guide you toward the pathway, the questions to consider and the next sensible step.
For individuals
I want to work, live, study or visit New Zealand
Understand which work, residence, student or visitor pathway may suit your goal, your current visa and your longer-term plans.
For families
I want to bring my partner or family to New Zealand
Get sensitive, practical guidance on partner work, visitor and residence options, partnership evidence and family pathways.
For employers
I am a New Zealand employer
From accreditation and Job Checks to supporting AEWV applications, plan a repeatable process for hiring migrant workers.
Personalised support across every major New Zealand visa area
Each pathway has its own considerations. We help you understand where you stand and prepare a complete, well-supported application.
Work visas
Advice on Accredited Employer Work Visas, renewals, employer changes and longer-term planning.
Residence visas
Skilled Migrant, Straight to Residence, Work to Residence and Permanent Resident Visa pathways.
Partner & family visas
Partner work, visitor and residence options, partnership evidence and family pathways.
Student visas
First applications, renewals, changes to study and post-study work considerations.
Visitor visas
Family visits, partner visits, sponsored applications, extensions and complex cases.
Employer immigration
Accreditation, Job Checks and AEWV support for hiring migrant workers.
What may be creating uncertainty in your application?
Not every application has a problem. But knowing where the uncertainty sits early makes it easier to prepare well. These are areas an adviser can help you assess.
Unclear eligibility
You are not sure which visa fits your goal, or whether your current circumstances meet what is expected.
Missing or inconsistent evidence
You are unsure what documents are needed, or worried that the information you can provide does not line up neatly.
Previous immigration history
An earlier decline, overstay or complication is making you cautious about how to approach a new application.
Partnership evidence
You need to show a genuine and stable relationship and are unsure how to present your circumstances clearly.
Employer requirements
As an employer or employee, you are unsure how accreditation, Job Checks and the AEWV fit together.
Changing immigration instructions
Requirements can change, and you want advice that reflects your specific situation rather than general information online.
A clear, four-step path from first conversation to lodged application
You do not need to understand the entire immigration system before you ask for help. We start where you are.
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Tell us about your situation
Share your goal, your current visa and any circumstances that matter. We listen before we advise.
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Understand your possible pathways
We explain the realistic options, what each involves and where the key considerations lie for you.
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Prepare your application and evidence
We help you assemble a complete, well-supported application and understand what may be required.
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Receive guidance throughout
You stay informed at each stage, with a real adviser you can speak to as questions arise.
Advice that reduces uncertainty, not adds to it
We focus on clear explanations, careful preparation and steady communication — so you understand the next step before you take it.
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Personalised advice
Guidance shaped around your circumstances, after reviewing the relevant facts.
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Clear explanations
Plain-English answers instead of dense immigration instructions.
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Individual & employer support
One adviser who understands both sides of the AEWV process.
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Nationwide & overseas
Online appointments from anywhere in New Zealand or abroad.
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Local Manukau appointments
Meet in person if you would prefer a face-to-face conversation.
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Careful application preparation
Complete, well-supported applications with the evidence considered early.
What working with a licensed adviser can feel like
Selected feedback from clients who have worked with SNK Consultancy for New Zealand visa and immigration support.
“Shaneel and SNK Consultancy guided us at every step and made the immigration process smooth and stress-free.”
Very thankful for the support and highly recommend them.
Smooth, stress-free support5-star Google review
“Shaneel was easy to communicate with, quick to respond, and very professional.”
The advice was clear, practical and reassuring throughout the process.
Clear communication5-star Google review
“Our situation was not straightforward, but Shaneel handled it with care and professionalism.”
From documentation to filing, the process felt smooth and well managed.
Care with complex matters5-star Google review
Based in Auckland. Supporting clients across New Zealand and overseas.
Visit our Manukau, Auckland office in person, or meet online from anywhere. Wherever you are, the advice is the same: clear, personalised and grounded in your circumstances.
Auckland Manukau South Auckland Hamilton & Waikato Nationwide online Overseas applicants
Questions people ask before getting in touch
Do I need a licensed immigration adviser?
Many people manage straightforward applications themselves. Licensed advice is often valuable when your situation is less clear, when evidence is complex, when timing matters, or when an earlier application has been declined. A licensed immigration adviser can assess your circumstances and explain whether and how they can help.
Can you help me outside Auckland?
Yes. We support clients throughout New Zealand and overseas through online consultations, in addition to in-person appointments in Manukau. You do not need to live in Auckland to work with us.
Can overseas clients meet with you online?
Yes. If you are planning to move to New Zealand, you can begin the process from overseas. We hold online appointments so you can receive guidance before you travel.
Which visa should I apply for?
The right pathway depends on your goal, your current circumstances and your longer-term plans. Visa options depend on individual circumstances, so an adviser will assess the relevant facts before recommending an approach.
Can you guarantee visa approval?
No. Outcomes cannot be guaranteed, and immigration requirements can change. What we can do is help you understand your options, prepare a complete and well-supported application, and identify potential issues early.
What should I prepare for an initial assessment?
A short summary of your goal, your current visa and expiry date, any job offer or employer details, relevant family or relationship circumstances, and any correspondence you have received from Immigration New Zealand. General website content does not replace personalised advice.
Start with a clearer understanding of your options
Tell us about your situation and a licensed immigration adviser will help you understand your possible pathways — online, overseas or in person at our Manukau, Auckland office.