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New Zealand

Active Investor Plus (AIP) Visa - Permanent Residency Program

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Capital: Wellington
Population: 5,332,010
Language: English and Maori
GDP per capita: 55,450 USD
Currency: New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
Visa Free Countries: 143 countries, including UK, European Union, USA (w/ETA), Canada (w/ETA), Hong Kong, Singapore, Brazil, Russian Federation, China, South Africa.

Active Investor Plus (AIP) Visa - Permanent Residency Program Overview

New Zealand’s exclusive Golden visa, the Active Investor Plus (AIP) Visa, offers a clear pathway to permanent residency by investment into government-approved funds.

New Zealand Active Investor Plus (AIP) Visa

A minimum investment of NZD 5 million and just 21 days in the country over 3 years can unlock a lifetime of freedom and flexibility.
Whether you’re seeking a peaceful second home or dream of building a new future in a safe haven, you and your family are welcome in New Zealand. Your spouse or partner, and any dependent children aged 24 and under, can be included in your visa application, and they will also become eligible for permanent residency after the 3-year investment period.

New Zealand - A safe haven and a smart investment

Few places on earth offer the combination of peace, prosperity, and potential found in New Zealand. For families, it is a true sanctuary — and not just geographically. New Zealand offers extraordinary natural beauty, clean air, low crime, and an exceptional quality of life where your family can truly thrive.

For investors, it is fertile ground — a dynamic, innovation- led economy anchored in agriculture, technology, and sustainability. Here, you can protect your legacy and grow it.

New Zealand’s political and economic stability, and seamless global connectivity make it an ideal place for investment, business, and protecting generational wealth. These strengths are consistently globally recognised:

1 st

Most
prosperous
country outside
Europe

2nd

For government
integrity &
freedom of
trade

2nd

For
democracy

3rd

Most
peaceful country

4th

For
corruption
transparency

4th

On the
Global Gender
Gap Index

91%

Of migrants found
the welcome
met or exceeded
expectations

Requirements

The Principal Applicant

The principal applicant must invest at least

NZD $5 million for the Growth category or

NZD $10 million for the Balanced category in

acceptable investments in New Zealand.

Qualifying Dependents

To qualify as dependents, applicants must be:

  • Spouse/Partner
  • Dependent Children up to the age of 24

Process Overview

Pathway to Permanent Residency via the Active Investor Plus Visa — Growth Category Total Processing Time: Approximately 3 months

Consultation & Assessment Occur
Visa Application
Approval in Principle
Investment Period
Permanent Residency

Lifestyle Planning & Settlement Support

Active Investor Plus (AIP) Visa

The Active Investor Plus (AIP) Visa requires applicants to invest funds in one of two categories — Growth or Balanced. We have two AIP-approved funds for the Growth Category, the option offering the lowest minimum investment and the shortest timeframe to permanent residency in New Zealand.

The AIP visa applicant must also demonstrate good character and an acceptable standard of health.

*Option to apply for a 6 month extension.

New Zealand on the map (North Island)

New Zealand on the map (South Island)

Global Connectivity

It’s easy to conduct business remotely from New Zealand, with its time zone aligning well with major financial centres. Though geographically distant, the country is digitally advanced, with over 90% of homes and businesses having access to ultra-fast fibre broadband, and Starlink satellite service extending coverage to remote locations. Direct flights link Auckland to major cities across North America, Asia, and the Middle East, with Australia easily accessible from several main centres.

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