A woman who fled family violence only to face a fight to stay in New Zealand with her children says the battle with Immigration New Zealand (INZ) took all her strength. Under New Zealand immigration law, there is provision for victims of domestic violence to obtain residency. They have suffered multiple forms of family violence over the past few years and have been exposed to some traumatic events ... With clear evidence of domestic violence and a parenting order in place, decisions in cases like Sara's should be clear cut, Fleming said. “The residence category for victims of family violence allows partners of New Zealand citizens or residents to remain in New Zealand, when there is high risk of further harm in returning to their home country.

Source: Stuff July 19, 2020 04:40 UTC