intern Posted January 12, 2017 Posted January 12, 2017 Doubt you will have an issue for the USA one Hayley... hayleyearth 1
Skylark Posted January 12, 2017 Posted January 12, 2017 I just phoned both (USA and CH consulates) and was they friendly! [emoji106]Both cases are the same, I fill in the form online (although with the CH one I have to originally select "country of legal residence" as NZ to be able to get to the form) and present myself with the online appointment and treat is as normally would back home. US$160NZ$94 (for Schengen) It might be a bit 'tricky' getting the USA one because I don't really have a 'solid' case here in NZ yet (long term live and work and no property etc) work and I am going to visit my sis there. Lets see. Thanks!That's interesting, country of legal residence changes everything, now much easier and more convenient than if you were doing it in Sa, even if you were here. Being a legal resident of Nz probably also makes you a less dodgy prospect to be given a visa to those countries, especially considering how Nz has tightened up visa restrictions to Sa, a development which no doubt has been noted by other countries.
Jay_B Posted January 13, 2017 Posted January 13, 2017 Hey guys, could you perhaps help point me in the right direction.We want to start looking at our options and possibilities to emigrate, where is the best place to start - through an agency and if so any recommendations?
Saag Posted January 13, 2017 Posted January 13, 2017 From what I heard, you have to use an agency (registered emigration officer).So far I can definitely recommend Intergate (https://www.intergate-immigration.com/). Their fees are good, service excellent and they don't ask you to hand over all the money at once, you pay as your application progresses.
niterider Posted January 14, 2017 Posted January 14, 2017 From what I heard, you have to use an agency (registered emigration officer).So far I can definitely recommend Intergate (https://www.intergate-immigration.com/). Their fees are good, service excellent and they don't ask you to hand over all the money at once, you pay as your application progresses. No, there is no requirement to use an agency. If you're doing a skilled migrant visa, and have enough points, then there is really no reason for one. If you're struggling for points or you have some complicated personal situation, then agents can add value. The actual paperwork is relatively straightforward, and the info is all available on the nz immigration website. If you do use an agent, I've heard good things about http://www.greatlife.co.nz/ Saag 1
hayleyearth Posted January 15, 2017 Posted January 15, 2017 I think I found NZ's version (or what they wish it is) version of 'the hub'... http://nz-cyclist.spruz.com/forums/ I think Matt and BIKEHub team must assist them to improve...
niterider Posted January 16, 2017 Posted January 16, 2017 I think I found NZ's version (or what they wish it is) version of 'the hub'... http://nz-cyclist.spruz.com/forums/ I think Matt and BIKEHub team must assist them to improve... Or Vorb - http://www.vorb.org.nz/rez_display.php?c=3&mode=posts
Blaze Posted January 24, 2017 Posted January 24, 2017 Hi All, Day 2 at the new job behind me. Lots to learn, but very exciting. Hope to catch up with all of you soon. Cheers from a chilly Auckland. Hendry niterider, Tubehunter and Wayne Potgieter 3
Tubehunter Posted January 24, 2017 Posted January 24, 2017 The kiwi contingent keeps growing eh! Waiting to see pics of the first hub ride that somehow meanders down past Raglan....
niterider Posted January 24, 2017 Posted January 24, 2017 The kiwi contingent keeps growing eh! Waiting to see pics of the first hub ride that somehow meanders down past Raglan.... I'm there next weekend, I'll take some pics Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Tubehunter 1
Delgado Posted January 25, 2017 Posted January 25, 2017 Hi All, Day 2 at the new job behind me. Lots to learn, but very exciting. Hope to catch up with all of you soon. Cheers from a chilly Auckland. HendryHey bud, welcome! Whereabouts are based?
Blaze Posted January 27, 2017 Posted January 27, 2017 Hi Delgado, I am staying with my cousin in Hillcrest for the next couple of months until the family and container arrive.
hayleyearth Posted February 2, 2017 Posted February 2, 2017 Last weekend was so awesome. I organized a ex-Giant-sponsored kiwi rider (was on the team with Cam Cole etc) to go show us around at Rotorua Saturday and Sunday and we all camped at Blue Lake ....sooooo pretty there and the water was awesome to swim in. It was great to ride with someone that knows the trails around there because it means we didn't heave to look at the map once or decide which trails to ride next. For me it was great to just ride with someone again, I have been riding alone now for almost 2 years and my skills (the little I had) has totally disappeared and also I found I am now more likely to take a bit of risk again. He has won previous NZ enduro's and also got on a few podiums at Europe Enduro's in 2014 so he was fun to watch too. I only realized after the weekend that I didn't take photo's really of anything, which is quite strange...maybe I was too busy trying to keep up ....haha This weekend I will go and check out Mount Maunganui area (never been there) Friday till Sunday morning and then shoot through to go ride at Rotorua again Sunday and Monday. Long-weeeeeekend again Next weekend there is a 2W (enduro race) on at Rotorua and the guys said I should enter, but I am too scared still. But maybe, just maybe I will head down again and then it would have been 3 weekends in a row of magic Skylark, Tubehunter and Saag 3
niterider Posted February 2, 2017 Posted February 2, 2017 Next weekend there is a 2W (enduro race) on at Rotorua and the guys said I should enter, but I am too scared still. But maybe, just maybe I will head down again and then it would have been 3 weekends in a row of magic Do it! The 2w races are really well organized and they have heaps of spot prizes afterwards. Saag and hayleyearth 2
Tubehunter Posted February 2, 2017 Posted February 2, 2017 Step 1 - Enter, feel nervous, even a little scared, be challenged, do something you are passionate about, meet plenty like minded people, have a super awesome day out that you smile about for weeks after. Step 2 - Remember to take plenty pics and share the experience with the rest of us too! Step 3 - Rinse, repeat....! hayleyearth, Saag and Krugs 3
hayleyearth Posted February 2, 2017 Posted February 2, 2017 Doubt you will have an issue for the USA one Hayley... So the1st question: "Why do you want to visit USA?"ME: "to visit my sis for our birthdays. #Aprilbabies" 2nd question: "How long have you been in NZ?"ME: "7-8 months" 3rd question: "do you have any family in NZ?"ME: "No, I am alone" 4th question: "how are you going to proof you will return to NZ?"ME: "I have a letter from work who recruited me from SA that I will be returning and I have prove of my bank accounts" Oke behind counter: "Are you twins?"ME: "no, 10 years apart but have always seen each other on or around or birthdays"Oke: "my two kinds birthdays are in April too. I have granted you a visa." I was sooooo soooo nervous, 3 guys before me were declined, a very expensive ($240) outing for them for nothing! Tubehunter, RossW and intern 3
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