Disabled teen ordered to leave New Zealand after appeal loss

A teenager with disabilities has lost her appeal against deportation from New Zealand. She had overstayed her special visitor visa by almost a year.

The teen suffers from cerebral palsy, spastic quadriplegia, vision impairment, and an intellectual disability. Her circumstances were considered during the appeal process, but the decision ultimately remained unchanged.

Authorities stated that her overstaying of the visa left them with no option but to carry out the deportation order. This situation raises concerns about the handling of individuals with disabilities within immigration procedures.

Originally reported by RNZ New Zealand Headlines.