New Zealand visas
New Zealand Active Investor Plus visa for investors
A residence visa for investors who place money in acceptable New Zealand investments for a set period.
- Growth
- NZD 5 million, 36 months
- Balanced
- NZD 10 million, 60 months
- Residence
- Indefinite stay
Who it suits
Is this visa for you?
- You have substantial, lawfully earned investable funds
- You are prepared to hold the investment for the full period
- You can spend the required time in New Zealand
The basics
What the authorities look for
- Growth category: at least NZD 5 million, kept invested for 36 months
- Balanced category: at least NZD 10 million, kept invested for 60 months
- Minimum days in New Zealand during the investment period
- Funds earned lawfully, with evidence, transferred within 6 months of approval in principle
- Fit and proper person checks
A summary of the published rules. The full rules have more conditions, and they change. Last reviewed October 2026. INZ: Active Investor Plus Visa
Take care
Where cases go wrong
- **Source of funds.** Evidence of where the money came from is examined closely.
- **Acceptable investments only.** Check the investment is on the permitted list.
- **Time in New Zealand.** The required days depend on the category.
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Active Investor Plus questions
Can my family be included?
Dependent children aged 24 or under can be included, and a partner too. They must arrive within 12 months of the visa being granted.
Is permanent residence automatic?
The visa allows indefinite stay. You can apply for permanent residence after the investment period, subject to the conditions.
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