Introduction
IMM Group · Est. 2005
New Zealand Investor Visa: Residency by Investment Options
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Overview
An overview of New Zealand residency by investment
There are currently 2 New Zealand investor visa programs open to applications, plus 1 closed program listed for reference only.
Programs open to applications
- Active Investor Plus Visa — NZ$5 million investment
- Business Investor Visa — NZ$1–2 million investment
The New Zealand passport — among the strongest in the world
- Visa-free or eVisa access to 187 destinations
- Visa-free or streamlined entry to the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Europe
Program
New Zealand
investor visa programs
Of the 3 New Zealand investor programs, 2 are open to applications (Business Investor Visa, Active Investor Plus Visa) and 1 is closed (Entrepreneur Work Visa, listed for reference).
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A Programs open to applications
Residency by investment programs
currently open to applications
Two New Zealand residency by investment programs are currently accepting applications, each offering residency for the whole family and a pathway to permanent residence and citizenship.
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01 Group A · Open
Active Investor Plus Visa
Investment
From 5 million
NZD
Outcome
Residency
New Zealand
Processing time
Varies by application
and Immigration New Zealand (INZ) caseload
Growth category — NZ$5 million (held for 3 years)
- Direct investment in New Zealand private businesses
- Managed funds and venture capital funds approved by New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE)
Balanced category — NZ$10 million (held for 5 years)
- Direct investments, managed funds, and listed equities
- Bonds and philanthropy
- New property development projects
Eligible family members
- Spouse
- Unmarried, financially dependent children under 24
Key benefits
A resident visa can be granted once your first investment is made
Indefinite residence, with travel conditions allowing re-entry for the first 4 or 6 years (depending on the category)
Publicly funded healthcare, and free public schooling for children through high school
After maintaining the investment for 4 years, you may apply for a Permanent Resident Visa
After 5 years of residence, you may apply for New Zealand citizenship
Limitations to consider
Very high investment threshold, which narrows the pool of eligible investors
Higher financial risk than passive investment programs
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02 Group A · Open
Business Investor Visa
Investment
From 1 million
NZD
Outcome
Residency
New Zealand
Time to residence
From 12
months (fast-track pathway)
2 investment pathways
- Standard pathway: NZ$1 million (held for 3 years)
- Fast-track pathway: NZ$2 million (held for 12 months)
- Purpose: a temporary stay in New Zealand, leading to New Zealand residence
- INZ has been accepting applications since November 2025
Investment type
- Acquire a New Zealand business outright or hold at least 25% of its shares
- Standard pathway: NZ$1 million; after 3 years of running the business, apply for a Resident Visa
- Fast-track pathway: NZ$2 million; after 12 months of running the business, apply for a Resident Visa
Job creation requirements
- Maintain 5 full-time equivalent (FTE) jobs
- Create at least 1 new job for a New Zealand citizen or resident
Key benefits
The whole family can live, study, and work in New Zealand
Publicly funded healthcare, and free public schooling for children through high school
Pathway to a Resident Visa after 12 months (fast track) or 3 years (standard)
After 5 years of residence, you may apply for New Zealand citizenship
The New Zealand passport — visa-free or eVisa access to 180+ destinations
Advantages and limitations
Fast-track pathway to residence in as little as 12 months
More accessible capital threshold (from NZ$1 million) — well below Active Investor Plus
Full control over running the business and managing the investment; suited to investors who want to operate a real business
Requires hands-on management — not suited to passive investors
Business performance affects the review of your Resident Visa application
An age limit and substantial time-in-New Zealand requirements
Summary
Quick comparison of
New Zealand investor visa programs
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Scope of our services
IMM Group advises only on business and investor programs. We do not handle overseas labor placement, skilled worker, or low-skilled worker visa cases.
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Why IMM Group
Why choose IMM Group?
IMM Group is a pioneering investment migration advisory firm with deep hands-on experience, committed to transparency and integrity, and to protecting our clients' interests every step of the way. Serving with Authentic Values.
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A pioneer guided by our mission: "Serving with Authentic Values"
- 21+ years pioneering investment migration advisory in Vietnam (since January 2005)
- Your interests come before the company's
- Prepared to refund fees if risks beyond the client's control arise, such as a sudden program change or suspension
- Personal information protected to the highest standards, with an NDA signed with clients
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Professional, objective advice
- A "professional consulting" mindset: we never push for a quick sale or advertise "ultra-fast residency"
- One of the broadest program portfolios: New Zealand, the U.S., Australia, Canada, Europe, the Caribbean, and Turkey
- The first Vietnamese firm to offer a complete global immigration advisory service
- Solutions tailored to each family's goals, finances, experience, and aspirations
- A "less but better" philosophy: we proactively select the clients we are right for
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International-standard expertise, with partners in New Zealand
- Specialists with in-depth knowledge of New Zealand's Business Investor Visa and Active Investor Plus Visa
- We work with Licensed Immigration Advisers in New Zealand, helping ensure applications meet Immigration New Zealand (INZ) requirements
- Familiarity with the investment funds and partners recognized by New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) for the Active Investor Plus Visa
- Advisors certified by the Investment Migration Council (IMC), with structured training and assessment in anti-money laundering, confidentiality, and client due diligence
- In-depth support with business plans, proof of the source of investment funds, and the pathway to permanent residence
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Recognized international standing
- The first and only Vietnamese company licensed directly by the governments of Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, and Dominica to handle citizenship by investment applications — a mark of IMM Group's capabilities and international standing
- Transparent handling, working directly with immigration authorities — no intermediaries, saving time and protecting confidentiality
- Meets strict legal, financial, staffing, and experience standards
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Hands-on experience and a proven track record
- 625+ investment migration cases successfully completed
- 2,500+ visas granted to client families
- Complex cases successfully resolved, including source of funds, restructuring, and appeals
- Clients report being "extremely satisfied" with our professionalism, attentiveness, and dedicated support
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Growing with Vietnam's aspirations: the Be Better Foundation
- Founder Tran Van Tinh established the Be Better Foundation
- A commitment to contribute at least 51% of annual profits to the Foundation
- Helping disadvantaged children stay in school and pursue their dream of a university education
- 70+ students supported so far, with a goal of 1,000 by 2060
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Our commitment to strict confidentiality
- A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) signed with every client
- All client information in our communications and case studies is fully anonymized
- Strict adherence to the highest confidentiality standards
21+
Years of experience
625+
Successful cases
2.500+
Visas granted
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Countries that have licensed us directly
Global
Residency and citizenship portfolio
"Serving with Authentic Values"
IMM Group's guiding principle
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