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New Zealand's Economic Residency

Economic Residency in New Zealand (also known as the Active Investor Plus visa) offers a pathway to permanent residency for qualified investors who make substantial economic contributions to New Zealand through approved investments.

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Discover Economic Residency in New Zealand

The Active Investor Plus visa in New Zealand provides a route to permanent residency for high-net-worth individuals looking to invest and potentially settle in the country. This program is designed to attract experienced investors and entrepreneurs who can contribute to New Zealand's economic growth and development.

Minimum Income Amount

NZD 15 million (or NZD 5 million in growth investments)

Visa-Free Travel Countries

174

Months to Visa

5-6 months

Overview

A Snapshot of Economic Residency in New Zealand

A pathway to permanent residency for qualified investors in New Zealand

Eligibility Requirements

Substantial investment capacity and business experience

Anchor Ancestor restrictions

Months to citizenship

Length of Visa

4-year visa, leading to permanent residency

Months to Visa

5-6 months

Physical Presence Requirement

117 days over 4 years

Availability

Medium

Family Allowance

Spouse and children

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Benefits of Economic Residency in New Zealand

The Active Investor Plus visa offers numerous advantages for investors looking to establish their presence in New Zealand's stable and prosperous environment.

  • Path to permanent residency for you and your immediate family
  • Access to high-quality education and healthcare systems
  • Ability to live, work, and study in New Zealand
  • Potential pathway to New Zealand citizenship after 5 years of residency

How to Apply for the Active Investor Plus Visa in New Zealand

Submit application online through the New Zealand Immigration website

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Requirements for New Zealand's Active Investor Plus Visa

To qualify for the Active Investor Plus visa, applicants must meet specific criteria demonstrating their investment capacity and business acumen.

  • Invest a minimum of NZD 15 million (or equivalent of NZD 5 million in growth investments) over 4 years
  • Demonstrate business experience and investment knowledge
  • Meet health and character requirements
  • Be 65 years of age or younger at the time of application
  • Meet the English language requirement (IELTS score of at least 5.0)
  • Spend at least 117 days in New Zealand over the 4-year investment period

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Documents Needed for New Zealand's Economic Residency

Completed visa application form

Recent passport-sized photographs

Copy of passport biodata page

Detailed investment plan

Evidence of investment funds

Proof of business experience

Health and character certificates

English language test results

Educational certificates and professional qualifications

Supporting documents for family members (if applicable)

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FAQs about New Zealand's Economic Residency

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Why New Zealand

New Zealand offers a stable political environment, stunning natural beauty, and a high quality of life for investors and their families.

Benefits:

  • Political and economic stability
  • Clean, green environment with stunning landscapes
  • World-class education and healthcare systems

Advantages:

  • Business-friendly policies and low corruption
  • High standard of living and work-life balance
  • Safe and secure society

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