Katy Armstrong
Licensed Immigration Adviser & Principal Consultant
Raglan, Waikato, New Zealand
Summary
Experienced licensed immigration adviser and principal consultant with a long-running private practice (Into NZ) focused on immigration strategy, client advocacy and complex case management. co
Legally trained background: qualified LLB from the London School of Economics and Bar Finals in the UK, bringing legal analytical and advocacy skills to immigration practice and writing. govt
Industry contributor and educator: active in the New Zealand Association for Migration and Investment (NZAMI) as a board/committee member and CPD consultant, involved in events and professional development. co+1
Public commentator and author on immigration policy and practice: regularly appears in media and publishes analysis and guidance through Into NZ and news outlets, communicating industry perspectives to the public. co+2
Work
Education
Writing
Move to New Zealand from the USA
April 1, 2025Guide-style blog post outlining options and considerations for Americans seeking to migrate to New Zealand.
The Tortoise versus the Cheetah: the ongoing race of SMC/RFW versus RV21
January 1, 2022Blog post discussing competing residence application streams and priorities in New Zealand immigration policy and practice.
Immigration and Refugee Law (3rd edition) — contributor
January 1, 2017Co-author/contributor to a comprehensive practitioner text on New Zealand immigration and refugee law (3rd edition), covering legislation, case law and practitioner issues.