Clients consistently praise the firm's team for turning complex and stressful immigration situations into smooth, successful outcomes. Reviewers frequently highlight individual advisers like Anthony Callaghan, Sally Forbes, John Henderson, Ben Yu, and Mayank Goel for their personalized care, clear communication, and strategic expertise. Many clients express deep gratitude for achieving residency or citizenship after initial setbacks, noting the firm's professionalism, responsiveness, and genuine compassion. Overall, the reviews reflect a high level of client satisfaction and trust across all practice areas.
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Highly Rated
4.8 out of 5 stars based on 5 Google reviews.
Full-Service Firm
Covers 9 practice areas including Immigration Law, Visitor Visas, Work Visas and more.
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18 team members
Marketing Officer
Licensed Immigration Adviser
Licensed Immigration Adviser
Operations Manager & Licensed Immigration Adviser
Licensed Immigration Adviser
Researcher
Licensed Immigration Adviser
Licensed Immigration Adviser
Executive Assistant
Marketing, Communications & Education Adviser
Executive Director & Licensed Immigration Adviser
e-Business Manager & Licensed Immigration Adviser
Licensed Immigration Adviser
Managing Director & Licensed Immigration Adviser
Licensed Immigration Adviser
Executive Assistant
Licensed Immigration Adviser
Accounts/Office Manager
⸻ When Anthony Callagan at Pathways took my case, I had no immigration status in New Zealand and had already been refused by other top immigration lawyers. I felt stressed, hopeless, and unsure about my future. From our very first conversation, Anthony gave me hope. He was genuine, compassionate, and extremely professional. He didn’t just see me as another case — he truly cared. With a clear and strategic approach, he first secured my legal status, then my work permit, and eventually my permanent residency. Today, I am proud to say I am a New Zealand citizen living in Australia — something that once felt impossible. This is a long-awaited review, and I will always be grateful for what Anthony has done for me and my family. If you are feeling stuck or hopeless with your immigration situation, Anthony is someone you can truly trust. Since then he has helped my Friends and lately my Sister with Her student and work Visa. My suggestion is go to Anthony Callagan at Pathways early and live stress free. Thank You Anthony And Team Pathways to NZ
Sally Forbes at Pathways to NZ Immigration (Hamilton) provided exceptional service, guidance, and support throughout my entire journey, from obtaining a New Zealand visitor visa to my resident visa. I highly recommend her to anyone, especially those facing complex visa situations. Sally is knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely caring. She’s always quick to respond, gives clear explanations, and makes the whole process so much smoother. I couldn’t have achieved this without her dedicated effort. I’m so grateful, thank you, Sally and Pathways!
Shoutout to our visa advisor, Ivy, she was amazing to work with. She explained everything clearly, always replied quickly, and guided us through each step, which made the whole process much less stressful. We really felt supported from start to finish and are very grateful for her help. Definitely recommend!
Once again thank you for your great effort and support towards our residency application Mayank Goel and Pathways To NZ. Highly recommended.
Ben has been very patient and professional throughout the process. His guidance helped me obtain my visa very quickly. I’m truly grateful for his support and highly recommend his service。
Martin and Lara at Pathways were EXCEPTIONAL and I would not have been able to get a residency visa to Aotearoa without them. Extremely responsive, professional, and personable. Ten stars.
We are writing to express our heartfelt gratitude for the outstanding support and guidance Mr John Henderson has provided us throughout our New Zealand Parent Residence Visa immigration application process with Pathways to New Zealand Immigration (Wellington). John's professionalism, efficiency, compassionate and great dedicated approach made a significant difference in what could have been an overwhelming experience. From the very beginning, it was clear that he genuinely cared about our journey and was committed to helping us achieve our dreams. His willingness to go the extra mile did not go unnoticed and was immensely appreciated. Not only did he navigate the complexities of the application process with expert knowledge, but he also offered invaluable emotional support that made the experience much more manageable. His encouragement, understanding and compassion helped us stay positive, and his assurance that everything would work out made a world of difference. We are truly grateful for his excellent efforts and the dedication he showed to our application. Thanks to John, my dream of moving to New Zealand to be with my son and family is now a reality, and we cannot thank him enough for his role in making it happen. Once again, thank you, John and Pathways to New Zealand Immigration (Wellington) for everything, we would not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone seeking immigration advice, as we believe they would benefit just as we have. Liew Ning Chze (mom) Dr Roland Ng (son)
I would like to commend John for providing a very seamless journey for what would have been a rather painful process. Very prompt followups, replies and clear actions taken at every step. Thank you for assisting my mom with obtaining her parent and subsequent residency visa.
I would like to sincerely thank Clintivene Sechel for the outstanding support and professionalism throughout my residency application process. My case was not easy,I honestly thought my chances were very low. However, Clintivene handled my case with confidence, patience, and deep knowledge of the immigration process. From start to finish, I felt supported, informed, and reassured. Thanks to Clintivene’s dedication and expertise, I was able to obtain my New Zealand residency—something that has truly changed my life and opened new opportunities for me and my family. I highly recommend Clintivene Sechel to anyone looking for a reliable and committed immigration adviser. Their work genuinely makes a difference. Thank you once again for everything.
Honestly, BEN has been such a big help for us From day one, he guided us through everything and made the whole visa process …
5/5 ⭐️, great service! I was assisted by Ben Yu from my student visa to work visa. The service was excellent—he was very hands-on throughout the entire process, and updates are always prompt. He really thinks ahead and considers what’s best for his clients. Highly recommended!
Sally Forbes was very helpful, friendly, and patient with me as she explained all my options & next steps! (As a Canadian moving to New Zealand) She helped me a lot, and I feel much more confident in my next actions. Thank you Sally!
We worked with Ramandeep Kaur, one of the immigration advisors for pathways. Myself and my family found her very helpful and wonderful to work with. We highly recommend her to anyone seeking immigration assistance. Her assistance was very valuable for us as we have received our citizenship on the 16th of March and are beyond grateful for her services.
I highly recommend Ben at Pathway for any immigration needs. My case was quite unique and complex, but Ben was incredibly supportive from start to finish. He stayed on top of every detail and consistently followed up to ensure everything …
We've been working with Mayank for the past two years for my partner to get his visas, we've applied for three different visas within this time and all were approved without any problems. We really wouldn't have been able to do this without Mayank's help –he made the daunting process of visa application so much easier and he was so thorough to ensure we had everything we needed to be a successful application to Immigration NZ. Highly recommend!!
⸻ When Anthony Callagan at Pathways took my case, I had no immigration status in New Zealand and had already been refused by other top immigration lawyers. I felt stressed, hopeless, and unsure about my future. From our very first conversation, Anthony gave me hope. He was genuine, compassionate, and extremely professional. He didn’t just see me as another case — he truly cared. With a clear and strategic approach, he first secured my legal status, then my work permit, and eventually my permanent residency. Today, I am proud to say I am a New Zealand citizen living in Australia — something that once felt impossible. This is a long-awaited review, and I will always be grateful for what Anthony has done for me and my family. If you are feeling stuck or hopeless with your immigration situation, Anthony is someone you can truly trust. Since then he has helped my Friends and lately my Sister with Her student and work Visa. My suggestion is go to Anthony Callagan at Pathways early and live stress free. Thank You Anthony And Team Pathways to NZ
Highly recommend, the team are great to deal with. Tim has helped me from a work visa all the way to my Permanent Residence.
Martin handled the entire process from start to finish with great professionalism, efficiency, and attention to detail. I did not have to worry about anything — he managed all the paperwork, provided clear guidance, and ensured that everything was completed correctly and on time. He was always available, highly responsive, and ready to answer any questions along the way. His support made what could have been a complex and stressful process smooth and straightforward. I am very grateful for his outstanding service and would highly recommend Martin to anyone seeking reliable and professional assistance with visa applications.
Thanks to the help from Martin and Pathways we had a very smooth visa process. We will definitely be returning to them for any future help we need. Martin was very quick and responsive to any questions we had and helped us greatly in our application process. Strongly recommend.
We had a relatively quick turnaround time (less than 3 months) to get our permanent residence visas and Martin helped us get through the process smoothly. Visas arrived with almost 2 weeks to spare! Very glad to have that off our plate with …
Sally Forbes at Pathways to NZ Immigration (Hamilton) provided exceptional service, guidance, and support throughout my entire journey, from obtaining a New Zealand visitor visa to my resident visa. I highly recommend her to anyone, especially those facing complex visa situations. Sally is knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely caring. She’s always quick to respond, gives clear explanations, and makes the whole process so much smoother. I couldn’t have achieved this without her dedicated effort. I’m so grateful, thank you, Sally and Pathways!
"I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Ben Yu and the entire team at Pathways To New Zealand Immigration for their exceptional support throughout our visa application process. Their expertise and consistent communication made the …
I cannot overstate my gratitude for the outstanding legal representation provided by John Henderson and their team at Pathways to New Zealand. From the outset, they demonstrated a level of professionalism and expertise that immediately instilled confidence. Navigating the WTR visa process is incredibly complex and stressful. John not only mastered the legal intricacies but also provided a clear, strategic roadmap for our case. What truly sets them apart is how they went "above and beyond" at every turn. Thanks to their diligent efforts, our application was approved despite initial complexities . I wholeheartedly recommend John Henderson to anyone seeking an immigration lawyer who combines top-tier legal acumen with genuine compassion and dedication. They are worth every penny and more.
Ivy was absolutely fantastic in educating then guiding me ( a Filipina) and my NZ based Australian partner on the requirements and processes with Immigration NZ to enable me to obtain my first sponsored NZ working visa. Thank you very much Ivy we are so glad we drove up to Hamilton to meet with you.
Thank you Gerald
Excellent service, attention to detail and prompt and clear communication - first class throughout. Many thanks to Martin and the team, very much appreciated :)
I had a complex PR case, as I was not the main applicant who first received residency. Charlotte Summers from Pathways NZ took on my case and managed it with exceptional professionalism and expertise. She provided clear guidance throughout the entire process and addressed all my questions promptly. Thanks to her diligent support, my PR was approved within just two weeks. I am extremely satisfied with her services and highly recommend Charlotte and the Pathways team to anyone seeking reliable and efficient immigration assistance.
Excellent service with John Henderson with pathways Thx you so much for help to get our Resident Visa application 👍 …
Excellent Service, So happy with the Results
John Henderson you are a super star 👏Perfect, professional and very efficient. My results are in within 6months , I was guided very precisely and concisely to evidence required. I can't say enough of how smoothly everything went. I highly recommend Pathways to New Zealand. Visas can be difficult and stressful but knowing you have the right agent it can be a pleasant journey. Thank you for sorting out my residency in NZ.
I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Pathways Immigration New Zealand for their outstanding service and continued support throughout my immigration journey since 2021. From the very beginning, the team has shown incredible professionalism, expertise, and care — always making sure I felt confident and informed at every step. A very special thank you to Ben’s assistant, who has supported me not only with my most recent visa application but also during my previous one. His patience, efficiency, and warm communication have made a real difference, and I truly appreciate all the effort and guidance he has provided over the years. It’s been such a positive experience working with Pathways, and I genuinely feel a strong sense of trust and connection with the team. I will always recommend this company to anyone who needs immigration assistance — they’re reliable, experienced, and genuinely care about helping people achieve their goals in New Zealand.
I'm incredibly excited that my Resident Visa was granted! We would like to express our gratitude to Ramandeep from Pathways to NZ Immigration (Hamilton) for her exceptional assistance during the entire procedure. She was competent, …
Working with Ramandeep was a great experience through the process of getting a resident visa for my husband.. very professional… the journey from work visa to Residency was super smooth with your support…Thanks Ramandeep & Pathways team😍☺️ …
We are absolutely thrilled to have our PR visa approved! A big thank you to Mayank from Pathways to NZ Immigration (Hamilton) for his outstanding support throughout the entire process. He was professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer our questions and guide us in the right direction. His expertise made everything feel smooth and stress-free. We highly recommend Mayank and the Pathways team to anyone looking for reliable and efficient immigration services.
Pathways to New Zealand offers exceptionally professional services. Sally Forbes provided invaluable guidance that was instrumental in securing my visitor visa for New Zealand. Her expertise and professionalism made the process seamless and stress-free.
Working with Pathways was the nicest experience I've had. I strongly suggest collaborating with the immigration advisor, Mayank Goel. Mayank understood our situation and offered advice on how to proceed with the dependent to residency visa …
5 Stars – Highly Recommend Anthony Callaghan! Working with Anthony Callaghan as my immigration advisor has been an absolute blessing. His communication was always clear and straightforward. I initially thought there would be complications, especially coming from a Migrant Exploitation Visa, but Anthony made sure the process went smoothly. His guidance was spot-on, and thanks to his expertise, I was able to transition successfully to an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV). I’m truly grateful for his support — I couldn’t have done it without him. I highly recommend Anthony Callaghan to anyone needing reliable and trustworthy immigration advice!
We highly recommend Pathways to New Zealand Immigration (Anthony Callaghan & his team) to any one needing help with their Student visa, Work visa & Resident visa or any other visa service via Immigration NZ. Anthony and his team act in a …
Pathway Immigration NZ have provide me a good advise to achieve my goal. They help me and family to get visa to live in NZ, since I was a student until I become a permanent resident. All of their advisor are really helpful.i am highly recommend this company.
Moved from South Africa end of 2019, Pathways were awesome throughout the entire residency process as well as the citizenship process. Just the ceremony dates to be confirmed now and then I will officially be a Kiwi! 😎😁 Big Shout-out to Mayank who's been awesome 💪 …
I had the best experience with this company. They are efficient, attentive and excellent in their work. I recommend them to all those who need assistance with immigration.
Hi Highly recommend pathways. You listened to our situation with real empathy then you worked above and beyond to positive outcome. Specially thanks to Anthony I owe you big time! Really hard to express what this means to us in words. Awesome Lawyer/advisor with real empathty. I would trust Anthony 100%. Regards Harpal
I had the best experience working with Pathways. I highly recommend working with John Henderson, the immigration advisor. From the first meeting he understood my case and suggested the best possible ways to navigate through my open work …
Charlotte has been my lawyer since day one of my partner visa application, guiding me through the entire process until I received my partner resident visa. She provided the best guidance and professional support for all three of my …
Working with Pathways was a great experience through the stressful process of obtaining a residency visa. …
I had the pleasure of contracting with Ivy at Pathways for both my AEWV visa and my subsequent Straight to Residence application. At every step I had solid guidance on what documents I needed to obtain and good …
Was very efficient and done well.
I had such an amazing experience working with this agency have my Visa in no time and promising results. I will definitely refer my friends if they need help with their Visa application 😊❤️ …
I can't recommend Charlotte enough! Her professionalism and extensive expertise truly set her apart. She pays close attention to every detail and goes the extra mile, even providing support during non-working hours and weekends when needed. …
Very happy with the guidance and consultation that I received from Pathways team, Raman in particular. Absolutely recommended
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