New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa Program

New Zealand launched the Active Investor Plus Visa in September 2022, succeeding its previous investor visa programs. This visa aims to attract high-net-worth individuals and stimulate economic growth. Successful applicants gain permanent residency, enabling them to live, work, and study in New Zealand, provided they fulfill all investment and residency requirements.

Requirements of New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa Program

To be eligible for residency, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Invest between NZD 5 million and NZD 15 million over a four-year period.
• Maintain good health and character.
• Spend at least 117 days in New Zealand within the four-year period.
• Demonstrate proficiency in English.

To meet the NZD 15 million investment threshold, the following asset classes are eligible and will be weighted differently:

• Direct investments in approved businesses receive a 3x weighting.
• Investments in approved managed funds (private equity or venture capital) receive a 2x weighting.
• Investments in listed equities and philanthropic contributions receive a 1x weighting, each capped at 50% of the NZD 15 million requirement.

Procedures for New Zealand residence by investment The application process requires completed forms, applicable fees, and supporting documentation. Investments, made over three years and maintained for a fourth, qualify applicants for permanent residency after four years, provided minimum time spent in New Zealand is met. Following this, residents can sponsor their parents' applications under the Parent Retirement category. Family members included in the resident visa must arrive in New Zealand within 12 months of visa issuance; however, no minimum stay is required. Those aged 16 and over must meet English language proficiency standards, or pre-purchase ESOL tuition for completion in New Zealand. Visa holders can reside anywhere in New Zealand and study domestically. Residential real estate purchase requires usual residency; however, those meeting minimum stay requirements may need approval. This requirement is waived after 183 days of physical presence within the preceding 12 months and tax residency status. Citizenship follows five years of residency after successful visa application. The highly ranked New Zealand passport grants access to over 180 countries globally.

Benefits of New Zealand residence by investment

• Enjoy a superior lifestyle in a multicultural society with a low population density. Your spouse and dependent children (under 24) are also eligible for residency.
• Benefit from access to world-class education. HorizonCross Advisory can assist in securing optimal educational opportunities for your family.
• Experience the advantages of a politically, socially, and economically stable nation.
• Gain peace of mind with a robust legal system founded on English common law.
• Take advantage of a tax system free from gift, estate, wealth, and capital gains taxes.

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