I am Lucille Hatley, a fully licensed New Zealand immigration adviser with a professional background in immigration, tertiary education, leadership and operations management. My career has centered around helping people understand complex information, navigate structured processes and make informed decisions with confidence. With experience in both immigration and education, I bring a practical, clear and supportive approach, along with a strong eye for detail and a genuine understanding of the challenges of starting a life in a new country.

Lucille Hatley

Licensed Immigration Adviser

License Number: 201600451

Services and Visas

Accredited Employer Work Visa

Allows skilled workers to live and work in New Zealand for an accredited employer, potentially offering a pathway to residence.

Student Visa for Tertiary Study

Enables international students to study full-time at a New Zealand tertiary education institution.

Visitor Visa

Grants temporary entry to New Zealand for tourism, business, or visiting family or friends for up to 9 months.

Straight to Residence Visa

If you have a job or job offer with an accredited employer, and your job is on Tier 1 of the Green List of in-demand jobs, you may apply for this visa.

Work to Residence

If you currently have a job or job offer with an accredited employer, and have worked in New Zealand for 24 months in a Green List Tier 2 in-demand job, you may be eligible for this visa.

Dependent Child Student Visa

If you have an appropriate work or student visa, you may be eligible to apply for this visa to bring your dependent children to study at primary or secondary school in New Zealand.

Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa

Allows the partner of a New Zealand citizen or resident to live in New Zealand permanently, based on their relationship.

Partner of a Work or Student Visa Holder

If your partner is studying for an eligible level 7 or 8 qualification, or a level 9 or 10 qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF), you may be eligible to apply for this visa.

Work Visa Based on Partnership

If your partner has an eligible work visa to support your application, you may be eligible for this visa, which allows the partner of a New Zealand work visa holder to work in New Zealand. Typically granted for the same duration as the principal work visa.

Visitor Visa Based on Partnership

Allows the partner of a New Zealand citizen, resident, or work visa holder to visit New Zealand for a temporary period based on their relationship.

Permanent Resident Visa

You can apply for this visa if you have had a resident visa for more than 2 years. This visa lets you live in New Zealand permanently, and travel in and out of the country.

Variation of Conditions or Job Change

Allows individuals who are already in New Zealand on a temporary visa to change the conditions of their visa, depending on the visa currently held.

Section 61

A Section 61 request is an application to the Minister of Immigration seeking approval to remain in New Zealand when a person is unlawfully in the country, typically due to overstaying or breaching visa conditions. It allows the Minister to use discretionary power to grant a visa despite the individual not meeting standard visa requirements. Contact me if you have found yourself in a situation where you have become unlawful.

Vision and Values

Empowering individuals and families to build a brighter future in New Zealand, one visa at a time.

What Clients Say

Ciara McAdden

Lucille was outstanding from start (Jan 2023) to finish (Oct 2024). My case was difficult to say the least, but she persisted with me until we had all the required details, finally eligible to apply, and had my residency approved. I genuinely don’t know what I would have done without her help.

Ciara McAdden — Nov 2024

Gina L

We are incredibly grateful to Lucille Hatley for her outstanding support in the renewal of both my husband’s and my work visas. The entire process went smoothly, and our visas were approved without any unnecessary delays — thanks to her expertise and meticulous handling of our application.

Gina L — Jul 2025

Princess Sushmita Mae Gamutan

I can’t recommend Lucille Hatley enough! From the very beginning of my visa application process, she was incredibly helpful, professional, and supportive. Her attention to detail and expertise really put my mind at ease, and I felt confident every step of the way.

Princess Sushmita Mae Gamutan — Jul 2025

Candice Chavez

Me and my partner highly recommend Lucille. I got my work visa extended and my resident visa, and my daughter got her resident visa too — this is because of Lucille. She done a great job. Thank you so much!

Candice Chavez — Oct 2024

Luke Siva

Lucille Hatley provided exceptional service throughout our visa application process. She was thorough in reviewing our documents, ensured all required supporting materials were in place, and followed up promptly on every detail. Her efficiency and attention to detail contributed to a smooth and timely approval. Beyond her professionalism, Lucille’s warm personality, kindness, and approachable nature made the entire experience reassuring and pleasant.

Luke Siva — Jul 2025

Samson Gaima

Thanks Lucille for helping me all through to successfully get my visa done. All along it felt like you placed yourself in my situation to apply for that visa. It was great to have experienced that professionalism with sympathy combined to get the job done. Blessings.

Samson Gaima — Jul 2025

Damian Newmarch

Lucille was really helpful in reviewing my visa. Her expertise and insight proved invaluable and I thoroughly recommend her.

Damian Newmarch — Nov 2024

Susan Gibson

Although circumstances changed and we did not need to go through Lucille in the end, she was very efficient and helpful.

Susan Gibson — Aug 2024

D Raubenheimer

We would highly recommend Lucille Hatley of MyImmigration NZ to assist with visa and immigration matters. She is easy to deal with, very helpful and provides regular updates during the process.

D Raubenheimer — Feb 2024

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