Can I apply for asylum?

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I came here in New zealand 7 April 2023 on work visa as health care (care taker). Now i apply for extension, I have work experience from college in India. But they denied my experience. I don't feel safe in my country.

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you mentioned that:

You arrived in New Zealand on 7 April 2023 on a work visa as a health care (caregiver).

You have work experience from India, likely linked to a college or institution.

But Immigration New Zealand (INZ) did not accept that experience when you applied for an extension.

This is unfortunately common, especially if:

The experience is not formally documented or lacks verifiable certificates.

The institution isn’t recognized or accredited.

The work was informal (e.g., internships, unregistered jobs).

What you can do:

Gather better documentation: If possible, try to obtain a reference letter, employment certificate, or affidavit from the college or supervisors who can validate your experience.

Use NZ-based work experience: If you've been working since arriving in NZ, your local experience as a caregiver may strengthen your visa renewal.

Talk to a Licensed Immigration Adviser: You can find one through https://www.iaa.govt.nz (Immigration Advisers Authority). A licensed adviser can help challenge the denial or reapply with stronger evidence.

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