Do you want to run your own business or invest your funds in New Zealand?
There are a number of options that might be attractive for you, but the visa application process under the Business and Investor policies is highly intricate.
You need expert advice to get it right.
There are a number of visa options available for migrants wanting to invest their funds or run their own business in New Zealand.
The objective of New Zealand's Investment Migration Policies is to attract capital to our economy.
Different levels of investments are required for different investor visa types. For more detailed requirements you can use our Investor and Business Category Self Assessment.
While Entrepreneur Work and Entrepreneur Residence Visas also require considerable investments, they are primarily based on establishing and running a business in New Zealand and are covered by a separate visa policy.
Different levels of investments are required for different investor visa types. For more detailed requirements you can use our Investor and Business Category Self Assessment.
Lifestyle
Investor migrants can enjoy the New Zealand lifestyle without having to work.
Options
There are safe and easy to understand investment options in New Zealand.
Choice
You have a choice of how and where you invest your funds in New Zealand.
Stability
New Zealand's political stability ensures that your investment is secure.
Family
Your partner and dependent children are included in your visa application.
Timeframe
Streamlined and prioritised procedure: Investor migrants will obtain New Zealand residency without waiting time.
Language
You might not reach the minimum level of language competency for a resident visa under the SMC, but can pass lower the Investor policy minimum level.
Time
If you want to divide your time of the year between two locations in the world, you might be able to do so as investor.
Age
If you have reached the age limit of 56 years under the Skilled Migrant Category, you might still be able to migrate as business owner or investor.
Compare the different visa types for investors and entrepreneurs and see whether you might qualify.
In short, the more capital you can invest, the less further requirements you will have to meet.
