Why Us?

Our Immigration Services

Our mission is to provide our clients with the best chance of visa approval through expert, tailored, and ethical immigration advice.

Visa Matters is a trusted provider of New Zealand immigration services, recognised for our in-depth knowledge of visa requirements, strong client advocacy, and exceptional service.

From the very beginning, we ensure you’re fully informed about your visa journey. We explain your options clearly, highlight any risks, and work with you to develop the best strategy. Our proactive approach helps minimise surprises and gives your application the strongest chance of success.

Founded in 2017, Visa Matters has grown into a respected New Zealand immigration consultancy, known for complex case work, clear written advice, and strong client feedback. Our team brings decades of combined experience, including both licensed immigration advisers and former Immigration New Zealand staff, giving us valuable insight from both sides of the system.

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Ankur Sabharwal

Founder & Principal Immigration Adviser

IAA Licence No. 201700093 | Member – NZ Association for Migration & Investment (NZAMI)

Ankur Sabharwal is the founder and principal adviser at Visa Matters. Known for his strategic, honest, and results-driven approach, he personally oversees every case and specialises in complex, high-risk immigration matters.

Ankur holds a Graduate Diploma in New Zealand Immigration Advice from Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology, where he graduated as a top-performing student. He is currently the only immigration adviser profiled by the Institute, reflecting both academic achievement and professional impact. He also holds qualifications in Business and Marketing Management in New Zealand and Hospitality Management in the United Kingdom.

With over nine years’ experience and clients from more than 50 countries, Ankur advises across all areas of immigration: work, resident, visitor, student, family, and complex cases. His reputation for clear thinking and compassionate advocacy has made him one of New Zealand’s most respected advisers.

Ankur is also a recognised voice in the media. He has been featured on TVNZ, Stuff, The Post, Times Now, and The Indian Weekender, and is a regular commentator on immigration changes. His columns and interviews reach tens of thousands, helping explain complex issues in plain English.

What sets Ankur apart is his commitment: he only takes on matters he truly believes in and develops tailored strategies to maximise every client’s chance of success.

Our Team

David Mills

Internal Strategy & Support Lead

(IAA Licence 201500789)

David is a fully licensed adviser with over a decade of experience in New Zealand immigration. He works behind the scenes on complex case strategy, compliance oversight, and quality assurance, ensuring every matter that leaves Visa Matters meets the highest professional standard.

Spela Gorjanc-Sabharwal

Provisionally Licensed Adviser

(IAA Licence 202503701)

Spela has been part of Visa Matters since day one. She helps prepare and review applications, supports clients and admin processes, and leads creative projects. Originally from Slovenia, Spela is completing her Graduate Diploma in Immigration Advice and brings both personal migrant experience and academic excellence to her role.

Nitika Bhatia

Visa Support Specialist

Nitika joined Visa Matters in 2023 and provides behind-the-scenes support in preparing immigration matters with accuracy and consistency. With an MBA in HR and Marketing and previous Canadian immigration experience, she is a calm and dependable part of our team.

Recognised & Trusted

Ankur’s insights have been cited by respected commentators such as Bernard Hickey (The Kākā, Interest.co.nz) and Dr Bryce Edwards (Victoria University, Integrity Institute). Visa Matters’ work and commentary have appeared in leading New Zealand media, cementing our role as both advisers and thought leaders in the immigration space.