Yeni Zelanda

At a glance

Program

Active Investor Plus

Growth category

NZD 5,000,000 (36 months, 21 days residence)

Balanced category

NZD 10,000,000 (5 years, 105 days residence)

Investment type

Approved investments

Outcome

Residence

Family

Spouse and children included

Two Categories: Growth and Balanced

The Growth category focuses on higher-yield direct or managed growth investments with NZD 5,000,000 and requires only 21 days of residence in 36 months. The Balanced category allows a broader range, including bonds, real estate, and equities, with NZD 10,000,000, but requires 105 days of residence in 5 years.

A Program Renewed in 2025

The Active Investor Plus visa was restructured with new parameters in 2025, aiming to attract productive investment that contributes to the New Zealand economy. The Growth category is particularly attractive for investors seeking flexibility with a low residence requirement.

Approved Investments and Residence

The investment must be held in approved instruments; the minimum holding period is 36 months for the Growth category and 5 years for the Balanced category. The program provides residence; permanent residence and, over time, citizenship may be considered. A spouse and dependent children are included in the application.

Benefits

• One of the world's highest quality-of-life and safety countries.
• A very low physical presence requirement in the Growth category (21 days).
• An English-speaking country.
• Family members can be included.

Requirements

• NZD 5M (higher-yield investments) for the Growth category.
• NZD 10M for the Balanced category.
• Residence for the number of days set by category, and a clean record.

Costs

Growth category

NZD 5,000,000

Balanced category

NZD 10,000,000

FAQ

What is the difference between the two categories?

The Growth category requires NZD 5M and 21 days of residence in 36 months; the Balanced category requires NZD 10M and 105 days of residence in 5 years.

How long do I need to stay?

Only 21 days in 36 months for the Growth category, and 105 days in 5 years for the Balanced category.

Is my family included?

Yes, a spouse and dependent children are included in the application.

Which investments are accepted?

The Growth category accepts direct and managed growth investments; the Balanced category accepts a broader range, including bonds, real estate, and equities.

How long do I need to hold the investment?

The investment must be maintained for 36 months under the Growth category and 5 years under the Balanced category.

Is there a path to permanent residence and citizenship?

The program provides residence; permanent residence and, subsequently, citizenship may be considered once certain residence requirements are met.