Residency by Investment · Asia PacificNew Zealand Active Investor Plus
Residence in one of the world's most liveable, stable countries.
Minimum investment
NZD 5,000,000
Processing time
Varies
Grants
Residence permit
Region
Asia Pacific
Overview
The Active Investor Plus visa grants New Zealand residence to those who make a qualifying active investment, weighted toward direct and managed-fund investment in New Zealand businesses.
Investment routes
Qualifying options for this programme. We model each against your goals.
Direct investment
Higher weighting, 3-year hold
NZD 5,000,000
Managed funds / mixed
Lower weighting
NZD 10,000,000
Key benefits
- Residence in a stable, safe and highly liveable country
- Modest physical-presence requirements
- Exceptional natural environment and quality of life
- Family included
Requirements
- Maintain the qualifying active investment for the term
- Meet the physical-presence requirement
- Clean record and source-of-funds evidence
Family inclusion
Partner and dependent children can be included.
What to weigh
- Weighting favours active, higher-risk investment over passive holdings.
- Residence, with a longer separate path to citizenship.
Where it takes you
A selection of notable destinations this programme unlocks.
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Is New Zealand Active Investor Plus right for you?
We'll tell you honestly, including when another programme, or simply waiting, would serve you better.