New Zealand opens its doors to global capital through a reformed investor visa. Find out who is applying for the Active Investor Plus Visa, what investment categories there are, how much you need to invest, what are the residency requirements, why the new model is considered successful, and what the results are already in 2025

In early 2025, New Zealand launched the Active Investor Plus Visa program, which has already attracted active interest from international investors. As of June, 168 applications have been submitted, with a total potential of up to $1 billion.

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Who is applying for a New Zealand investor visa?

The greatest interest in the program is shown by US citizens - 68 applications. Other leading countries include:

- China - 21 applications (74 people).

- Hong Kong - 17 applications (49 people).

- Germany - 13 applications (57 people).

- Russia - 2 applications (7 people).

Requirements for obtaining a New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa

The reformed Active Investor Plus visa system provides for two separate categories for investors, each with its own investment and residence conditions.

1. Growth Investment

- Minimum investment: $5 million

- Term: 3 years

- Investment assets: high-risk ventures – managed funds, direct investments

- Residence requirements: only 21 days per year in New Zealand

This category is focused on supporting high-risk entrepreneurship, startups and innovative industries.

2. Balanced Investment

- Minimum investment: $10 million

- Term: 5 years

- Investment assets: bonds, shares of public companies, commercial real estate (with new investment permission)

- Residence requirements: at least 105 days per year

This option is more suitable for more conservative investors who are willing to spend more time in the country.

Popularity among applicants for New Zealand investment programs

According to official data from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment:

- 132 applications were submitted under the growth category.

- Only 36 applications were submitted under the balanced category.

This indicates that investors prefer more flexible conditions and invest in those areas that meet the government's goal of attracting productive capital to innovative and risky areas.

Immigration Minister Erica Stanford noted the success of the new model compared to the previous system. According to her, applicants "literally line up" and the average processing time is only 11 days.

New Zealand's previous investment program attracted only 115 applications and $ 29 million in investment over three years. The new format has significantly surpassed these results in just a few months.

First results: $25 million already invested

As of June, four investors have already completed the transfer of funds to New Zealand, the total investment amount was $25 million.

In addition, 80 applicants received pre-approval and are in the final stage of document processing, which indicates a high level of interest in the program and confidence in the new model of capital attraction.

The Active Investor Plus investment program has already proven its effectiveness, demonstrating significantly higher results compared to the previous model. Flexible living conditions, focus on innovative industries and fast processing of applications make New Zealand an attractive jurisdiction for international investors. High demand, billion-dollar investment potential and already confirmed transactions indicate the strategic success of the reform, which combines the interests of the state and capital.

Planning to invest in New Zealand and obtain residency? Do not risk your time and money - use the support of migration specialists who know all the intricacies of the Active Investor Plus program.

- Individual support at all stages - from choosing an investment category to preparing a package of documents

- Assessment of compliance with the requirements for the amount, type of investment and residence schedule

- Support in interacting with regulatory authorities and New Zealand funds

- Assistance with opening accounts, transferring funds and legal support

Turn to trusted migration consultants - and make the path to residency safe, fast and confident.

Reminder! Vietnam plans to introduce the Golden Visa program, which will allow foreigners to obtain the right to long-term residence in the country. We have already told you why the country made such a decision, what visa is offered and how it differs from existing programs.

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