Got the paperwork for my residency this morning. What I have been granted in actuality is "Approved in Principle". That annoying phrase followed by, "now all you need to do is complete these last steps..."
WHAT?? More steps? COME ON!!!!!!!
I have to pay what is called a Migrant Levy. $300.00.
Like I have that just lying around. I DON'T! Because I don't have a job! Because I'm struggling to get my residency! Arghhhh...
And, when I pay the Levy, I need to hand in my passport at the same time. Once the Levy has been confirmed paid, it'll take up to 30 working days to issue and endorse my permit and GIVE ME BACK MY PASSPORT. Oh I do not like that AT ALL.
And, get this. My residence permit remains valid until I leave New Zealand! If/when I leave, I need to be issued a valid Returning Resident's Visa. "This allows you back into New Zealand when you return". Oh gee, thanks very very much. These generous people even allow for a two-year Returning Resident's Visa. Wow, amazing.
And they want to keep in touch with me! Ha! That's hysterical. My Immigration Officer who doesn't understand English over the telephone. Yeah, I'll keep in touch with her. Like I've kept in touch with my elementary school guidance counselor.
Absolutely ridiculous.
3 comments:
Oh my word!!!! How very frustrating, to say the least!!! So sorry... you sure will be glad when this is done with!
I am so sorry! My goodness. Really????!!!
Is it easier to just get a NZ passport? You must be eligible - you're married to a Kiwi so your son is Kiwi - you like lamb, sauvingon blanc and camping... you should be a shoo in!
Blessings on your frustration my dear.
Love, Beth
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