Making New Zealand a More Attractive Option for Investors

Immigration Policy Update
Written By Arno Nothnagel
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Policy updates to the Active Investor Plus Visa category are set to take effect from 1 April 2025.

With a focus on economic growth, the current government hopes to boost New Zealand's appeal as the best option for overseas investors with two simplified options:

  • Growth Investment Category

  • Balanced Investment Category

In a nutshell:

Growth Investment Category

  • NZD $5 million investment

  • Over a 3-year investment term

  • Funds can be invested into:

  • managed funds

  • direct investments

  • Applicant must spend 21 days in New Zealand over the 3 year term

Balanced Investment Category

  • NZ $10 million

  • Over 5-year investment term

  • Funds can be invested into:

  • bonds

  • listed equities

  • philanthropy

  • property development

  • Applicant must spend 105 days in New Zealand over 5 year term which can be reduced with further investment

Most Notable Changes:

  • Full investment has to be made before residence is granted

  • English requirements removed for applicants and their family

All applicants must meet all other requirements, including health and character.

Are you thinking about investing in New Zealand? Contact us today for a chat about the right visa pathway for you.

Arno Nothnagel https://www.nothandco.com
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