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New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa

New Zealand's investor residence route offers residence through either a Growth or Balanced investment category, each with its own different minimum amounts and holding periods.

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Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official New Zealand government website before you apply.
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Official name
Active Investor Plus Visa
Route type
Investor resident visa
Growth category
Minimum NZD $5 million held 36 months; 21 days in NZ over the term
Balanced category
Minimum NZD $10 million held 60 months; 105 days in NZ over the term

Who it is for

  • High-net-worth individuals seeking residence through investment
  • Investors comfortable with higher-risk (Growth) or mixed/lower-risk (Balanced) portfolios

Requirements

  • Growth: invest at least NZD $5 million in acceptable investments for at least 36 months
  • Balanced: invest at least NZD $10 million in acceptable investments for at least 60 months
  • Meet the minimum days in New Zealand over the investment term (21 for Growth, 105 for Balanced)
  • Transfer and maintain funds in acceptable investments
  • Meet health and character requirements

What you can do

  • Gain New Zealand residence through qualifying investment
  • Include partner and dependent children in the application
  • Choose the risk profile that suits you (Growth or Balanced)

How to apply

  • Confirm your funds and intended acceptable investments
  • Apply and, once approved, transfer and maintain the investment for the required period

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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