Investment Options in New Zealand

Invest in New Zealand — and Make It Your Home

New Zealand offers something rare: a direct, legally certain pathway from investment to permanent residence. No quota. No lottery. Meet the conditions, get the residence.

There are two investor visa pathways currently open. Which one suits you depends on your capital, your background, and how involved you want to be.

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Pathway 1 — Active Investor Plus Visa

Best for: Investors who want to place capital in New Zealand without running a business.

You invest, meet a minimal presence requirement, and earn permanent residence at the end of the investment period. No business management required.

Growth Category — NZD $5 million Invest for 3 years. Spend just 21 days in New Zealand over that period. Invest in equity-focused assets — direct company stakes, pre-approved managed funds, or qualifying charities (up to 20%, from June 2026). Eligible for permanent residence after 3 years.

Balanced Category — NZD $10 million Invest for 5 years, spend 105 days in New Zealand. A broader asset mix is available — managed funds, company equity, government bonds, new residential and commercial property developments. Eligible for permanent residence after 5 years.

Pathway 2 — Business Investor Work Visa

Best for: Experienced business owners or senior executives who want to buy and run a New Zealand business.

You purchase an established New Zealand company — one that has traded for at least 5 years and employs at least 5 full-time staff. You run it actively from New Zealand and earn residence in return.

Standard Pathway — NZD $1 million Invest $1M in the business plus hold $500K in reserve funds. Eligible for permanent residence after 3 years of active operation.

Fast-Track Pathway — NZD $2 million Invest $2M plus $500K in reserves. Eligible for permanent residence after just 12 months — the fastest residence pathway available in New Zealand.

You must be 55 or under, have at least 3 years of business or senior management experience, and meet English language requirements.

New from July 2026: Franchise businesses are now eligible. Gifted capital is accepted. You can also purchase through a New Zealand incorporated entity.

Why New Zealand?

Stable government, independent courts, and strong property rights make New Zealand one of the world’s most trusted investment destinations. Resident visa holders access free public schooling and healthcare. Once your visa conditions are met, residence is yours — INZ does not change the rules on you retrospectively.

How We Can Help

Immigration Advisers New Zealand Ltd is a licensed immigration practice based in Auckland. We have helped investors from South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and the Pacific secure residence through both pathways.

We start with a free eligibility assessment — no obligation, no generic advice. We look at your specific profile and tell you honestly which pathway gives you the strongest case and the clearest route to residence.

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This content is general information only and does not constitute immigration advice under the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007. Policies are subject to change. Speak to a Licensed Immigration Adviser for guidance specific to your circumstances.