Active Investor Plus Visa

New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa

New Zealand’s stable and growing economy provides an unmatched balance between business and lifestyle. This makes New Zealand the right choice to invest and live in. The Active Investor Plus visa also known as ‘Golden visa‘ allows investors to contribute to New Zealand’s economy while offering a straightforward pathway to residency.

The Active Investor Plus Visa operates under two investment categories, each with specific requirements:

1. Growth Category

• Requires a minimum investment of NZ$5 million over three years in New Zealand businesses or managed funds.
• Applicants must spend at least 21 days in the country during the visa term.

2. Balanced Category

• Requires a minimum investment of NZ$10 million over five years in bonds, stocks, new residential developments, or existing commercial or industrial property.
• The minimum stay requirement is 105 days, which can be reduced if investments exceed the baseline amount.

Application Process and Timelines

Applications are assessed by immigration officers specialising in business immigration. Currently, Immigration New Zealand estimates that 80% of applications will receive an Approval in Principle (AIP) within five months.

Once issued with an AIP, applicants have six months to transfer and invest their funds in New Zealand. A work visa can also be granted to the principal applicant to assist with the fund transfer and investment process.

Visa Options for Family Members

You can include your partner and dependent children (aged 24 and under) in your visa application. If your partner wishes to travel with you prior to visa approval, they may apply for their own visitor visa, and dependent children can apply for student visas.

Pathway to Permanent Residence

Investors can apply for permanent residence after three years if investing under the Growth category or five years if investing under the Balanced category. There is no English-language requirement for this visa category. Additionally, a one-off six-month extension may be granted if funds are not invested within the initial timeframe.

Acceptable Investments

To qualify, investments must meet the criteria prescribed by Immigration New Zealand (INZ). Below is a summary of both categories:

Growth Category: Minimum investment of NZ$5 million. Acceptable investments include direct investments or managed funds.

Balanced Category: Minimum investment of NZ$10 million. Acceptable investments include direct investments, managed funds, listed equities, philanthropy, bonds, or property developments.

The value of investments is determined in NZD when they are made and can include associated fees such as management or transaction costs.

For detailed information on acceptable investments and required evidence, please visit the official website of Immigration New Zealand.

Investment Period

Growth Category: 36 months from the date all acceptable investments are completed.

Balanced Category: 60 months from the date all acceptable investments are completed.

Our Fee for Services Rendered

To know about the total professional fee for consulting with our Licensed Immigration Adviser, based on the work completed, please get in touch with us by visiting our contact us page.

Kindly note that the professional fee for the Financial Adviser is separate and will be provided directly by the Registered Financial Adviser.

Please feel free to reach out to us if you have any additional questions or require further clarification about the process. We would be happy to assist with any aspect of your application.