New Zealand•OceaniaActive Investor Plus Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
56-84 days
Application Fee
4,290 NZD
Stay Duration
3 to 5 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residence-by-investment visa for high-net-worth investors. Requires NZD 5-10 million investment for 3-5 years. Provides direct path to permanent residency and can lead to citizenship.
The Active Investor Plus Visa is New Zealand's premium investment visa, designed for high-net-worth individuals seeking residency and investment opportunities. Two tiers offer different investment amounts and timeframes.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
5,000,000 EUR
Investment Required
5,000,000 NZD
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Proof of funds
NZD 5-10 million investment capital
Investment plan
Details of proposed investments
Source of funds
Explanation of capital origin
Business plan
Business structure and details
Medical certificate
Health assessment
Police certificate
Good character
Net worth statement
Financial declaration
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Advantages
- Direct permanent residency pathway
- Path to citizenship
- Can bring family members
- Two tier options for flexibility
- Citizenship possible after 5 years
Considerations
- Very high investment requirement
- Long investment lock-in period
- Strict investment guidelines
- Limited to high-net-worth individuals
- Complex compliance requirements
Application Process
Prepare investment plan
Choose Growth or Balanced category
Secure investment
NZD 5-10 million capital available
Complete application
Active Investor Plus Visa form
Provide documents
Proof of funds, investment plan, business details
Health examination
Medical assessment required
Police certificate
Good character from all countries 10+ years
Source of funds review
INZ assesses origin of capital
Pay fee
NZD 4,290
Await decision
Usually 8-12 weeks
Application Forms
Active Investor Plus Visa Application
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