Terms and Conditions.

Effective Date: February 26, 2026

By using the Settlers Immigration website (www.settlers.nz ), you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.

1. Website Access and Use

We provide access to our website on a temporary basis. We may update, suspend, or withdraw access to our website at any time without notice. You are responsible for ensuring that anyone accessing our website through your internet connection complies with these terms.

2. Intellectual Property

All content on our website, including text, images, logos, and trademarks, is owned by Settlers Immigration. You may view and print content for personal use only. You may not copy, reproduce, modify, or use our content for commercial purposes without our written permission.

3. Acceptable Use

You must use our website lawfully and not in any way that:

  1. Harms or attempts to harm any individual

  2. Introduces viruses or malicious code

  3. Sends spam or unauthorized advertising

  4. Attempts unauthorized access to our servers or systems

  5. Creates liability for or causes damage to us

4. Information You Provide

Any information you provide through our website must be accurate, truthful, and must not:

  1. Infringe on intellectual property rights

  2. Be false, misleading, or deceptive

  3. Misrepresent your identity

5. General Information Only

The content on our website is for general information purposes about New Zealand visas and immigration processes. It is not immigration advice. You must obtain professional advice from a Licensed Immigration Adviser before taking any action based on information from our website.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website content is provided in good faith, but we make no guarantee that it is accurate, complete, or up to date. You use our website at your own risk.

To the extent permitted by law, we disclaim:

  1. All warranties regarding accuracy or completeness of content

  2. Liability for computer viruses or malicious programs

  3. Liability for any loss or damage from using or being unable to use our website

  4. Liability for indirect, consequential, or incidental damages

Nothing in these terms excludes liability that cannot be excluded under New Zealand law.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to other websites. We do not endorse or control third-party websites and accept no responsibility for their content or how they handle your personal information. Their privacy policies may differ from ours.

8. Privacy

Your personal information is handled according to our Privacy Policy, which is available on our website.

9. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by New Zealand law. By using our website, you agree to the exclusive jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.

10. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms and Conditions at any time by posting a revised version on our website. Your continued use of the website means you accept any changes.

Privacy Policy

Settlers Immigration

Effective Date: February 26, 2026

At Settlers Immigration, your privacy is important to us. We collect and use personal information only to communicate with you, operate our website, and provide immigration advisory services.

How We Collect Information

We collect personal information directly from you when you:

  1. Fill out a form on our website

  2. Contact us by email or phone

  3. Engage us for immigration services

With your consent, we may also collect information from third parties, including government agencies.

What Information We Collect

We may collect:

  1. Identifying information: Name, nationality, gender, date and place of birth, passport details, contact information

  2. Related persons: Details about family members, partners, or employers

  3. Communication data: Email addresses and phone numbers

  4. Technical data: IP address, browser type, and operating system when you visit our website

Cookies

Our website uses session cookies to track site usage statistics. These cookies expire when you close your browser. We do not use persistent cookies. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect website functionality.

How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

  1. Provide immigration advisory services

  2. Process payments and transactions

  3. Respond to enquiries and requests

  4. Send information about our services (with your consent)

  5. Manage internal administration

Protecting Your Information

We use reasonable security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, modification, or loss. We regularly review and update our security practices.

Sharing Information

We may share personal information with:

  1. Government agencies (Immigration New Zealand, with your consent)

  2. Our professional advisers

  3. Legal tribunals and courts

  4. Your employer or sponsor (with your authorization)

Information Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for legitimate business purposes. For immigration services, we may retain information for 7 years after your file is closed, in accordance with the Immigration Advisers Authority Code of Conduct.

Your Rights

Under the Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:

  1. Access your personal information

  2. Request correction of your personal information

  3. Restrict or object to how we process your information

You are not required to provide personal information, but withholding information may limit our ability to provide services.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact Settlers Immigration.

Website Terms and Conditions

Settlers Immigration

Effective Date: February 26, 2026

By using the Settlers Immigration website (www.settlers.nz ), you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.

1. Website Access and Use

We provide access to our website on a temporary basis. We may update, suspend, or withdraw access to our website at any time without notice. You are responsible for ensuring that anyone accessing our website through your internet connection complies with these terms.

2. Intellectual Property

All content on our website, including text, images, logos, and trademarks, is owned by Settlers Immigration. You may view and print content for personal use only. You may not copy, reproduce, modify, or use our content for commercial purposes without our written permission.

3. Acceptable Use

You must use our website lawfully and not in any way that:

  1. Harms or attempts to harm any individual

  2. Introduces viruses or malicious code

  3. Sends spam or unauthorized advertising

  4. Attempts unauthorized access to our servers or systems

  5. Creates liability for or causes damage to us

4. Information You Provide

Any information you provide through our website must be accurate, truthful, and must not:

  1. Infringe on intellectual property rights

  2. Be false, misleading, or deceptive

  3. Misrepresent your identity

5. General Information Only

The content on our website is for general information purposes about New Zealand visas and immigration processes. It is not immigration advice. You must obtain professional advice from a Licensed Immigration Adviser before taking any action based on information from our website.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website content is provided in good faith, but we make no guarantee that it is accurate, complete, or up to date. You use our website at your own risk.

To the extent permitted by law, we disclaim:

  1. All warranties regarding accuracy or completeness of content

  2. Liability for computer viruses or malicious programs

  3. Liability for any loss or damage from using or being unable to use our website

  4. Liability for indirect, consequential, or incidental damages

Nothing in these terms excludes liability that cannot be excluded under New Zealand law.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to other websites. We do not endorse or control third-party websites and accept no responsibility for their content or how they handle your personal information. Their privacy policies may differ from ours.

8. Privacy

Your personal information is handled according to our Privacy Policy, which is available on our website.

9. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by New Zealand law. By using our website, you agree to the exclusive jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.

10. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms and Conditions at any time by posting a revised version on our website. Your continued use of the website means you accept any changes.

Privacy Policy

Settlers Immigration

Effective Date: February 26, 2026

At Settlers Immigration, your privacy is important to us. We collect and use personal information only to communicate with you, operate our website, and provide immigration advisory services.

How We Collect Information

We collect personal information directly from you when you:

  1. Fill out a form on our website

  2. Contact us by email or phone

  3. Engage us for immigration services

With your consent, we may also collect information from third parties, including government agencies.

What Information We Collect

We may collect:

  1. Identifying information: Name, nationality, gender, date and place of birth, passport details, contact information

  2. Related persons: Details about family members, partners, or employers

  3. Communication data: Email addresses and phone numbers

  4. Technical data: IP address, browser type, and operating system when you visit our website

Cookies

Our website uses session cookies to track site usage statistics. These cookies expire when you close your browser. We do not use persistent cookies. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect website functionality.

How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

  1. Provide immigration advisory services

  2. Process payments and transactions

  3. Respond to enquiries and requests

  4. Send information about our services (with your consent)

  5. Manage internal administration

Protecting Your Information

We use reasonable security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, modification, or loss. We regularly review and update our security practices.

Sharing Information

We may share personal information with:

  1. Government agencies (Immigration New Zealand, with your consent)

  2. Our professional advisers

  3. Legal tribunals and courts

  4. Your employer or sponsor (with your authorization)

Information Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for legitimate business purposes. For immigration services, we may retain information for 7 years after your file is closed, in accordance with the Immigration Advisers Authority Code of Conduct.

Your Rights

Under the Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:

  1. Access your personal information

  2. Request correction of your personal information

  3. Restrict or object to how we process your information

You are not required to provide personal information, but withholding information may limit our ability to provide services.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact Settlers Immigration.