Active Investor Plus Visa
New Zealand's flagship investment visa encouraging direct investment into high-value Kiwi businesses, venture capital, and private equity funds.
Who this pathway suits
International investors and entrepreneurs investing in the New Zealand economy.
Eligibility at a glance
- Invest between NZD $5 million and NZD $15 million in acceptable New Zealand investments over 3 years
- Direct investments are weighted at 3x (requires $5m); Private equity/funds at 2x (requires $7.5m); Listed equities at 1x (requires $15m)
- Spend at least 117 days in New Zealand over the 4-year investment period (or 29 days for direct investors)
- English language competence (IELTS 5.0 or equivalent)
How the process works
- Submit expression of interest and source of funds documentation
- Obtain approval in principle from New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) and INZ
- Transfer funds and maintain investments for 48 months
- Receive permanent residence
Documents you will typically need
- Comprehensive source-of-wealth documentation, banking transfer trace, NZTE investment confirmation
What to keep in mind
Administered in direct partnership with New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE).
Official source: Immigration New Zealand — Active Investor Plus. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.
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