Battling for more than her life
We would like to ask for an exceptional approval to apply for a medical waiver for a partner of a New Zealand resident visa.
Otago
In the middle of fighting for her life, Juliana Costa is facing a new battle - being allowed to stay in the country she has made her home.
The 37-year-old Queenstown woman, who is undergoing treatment for breast cancer, tearfully announced at the resort's Relay for Life at the weekend that her working visa would not be renewed.
It was a devastating blow for the Brazilian ex-pat, who has lived in the resort for three years, and whose husband, Armindo Machado, is New Zealand resident.
"Once again I am feeling quite isolated and scared about what our future holds.''
She is required to leave New Zealand by April 3 but she will not be going without a fight.
She needs your help, because she is not allowed to work and she is facing a difficult period now.
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After the Immigration decision, I am not allowed to work, but I have to pay the Immigration costs, Immigration Adviser and my bills. That’s the reason I am asking your help. After this, all the money left will be donated to the Cancer Society. Gratitude
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The reason why i want to extend is because I have some friends willing to promote an event to raise more money and I would need this page to be working to receive the donation.
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