– English language requirements will be removed
– There are two new categories, Growth & Balanced category
– Minimum investment amount is NZ$ 5million
– Minimum stay of 21 days
Active Investor Plus Visa
Effective date from 1 April 2025
In February 2025, Immigration New Zealand announced changed to the Active Investor Plus Visa that allows you to get permanent residence in New Zealand
In February 2025, Immigration New Zealand announced changed to the Active Investor Plus Visa that allows you to get permanent residence in New Zealand
From April 1 2025, changes to the Active Investor Plus Visa include the following:
From 1 April 2025 there will be two acceptable investments categories.
1. Growth Category
Managed Funds
Direct Investments
Key Features:
Minimum investment amount:
NZ＄5 million
Acceptable investment:
Managed funds, Direct investment
Time to transfer and invest:
6 months from the date of Approval in Principle, with the option to apply for a 6 month extension
Additional conditions:
1. Retain investment for 36 months
2. Spend a minimum of 21 days in New Zealand over the investment period
Investment retention checkpoints:
24 months & 36 months
2. Balanced Category
Listed equities
Philanthropy
Property development
Bonds
Key Features:
Minimum investment amount:
NZ＄10million
Acceptable investment:
Listed equities, Philanthropy, Property development, Bonds
Time to transfer and invest:
6 months from the date of Approval in Principle, with the option to apply for a 6 month extension
Additional conditions:
1. Retain investment for 60 months
2. Spend a minimum of 105 days in New Zealand over the investment period, unless eligible for a reduction as a result of placing funds above the minimum threshold into direct investments or managed funds.
Investment retention checkpoints:
24 months & 60 months
Investor Residency Funds
Bancorp has created specialist funds and investments that meet NZTE guidelines and have been signed off for the Active Investor Plus Visa .
For enquiries please contact Mia Evans at [email protected]
Kākāpō Fund
An investment fund aligned with New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus framework. more info
- Invests in New Zealand businesses and growth sectors
- Government approved for Growth Category requirements
- Incorporates a strong sustainability and environmental focus, supporting initiatives such as native species conservation
- Liquidity
Castlerock
A fund offering access to New Zealand private market opportunities. more info
- Direct and structured investments into New Zealand businesses
- Focus on value creation and active management
- Suitable for investors seeking exposure to private equity-style opportunities
- Regular distributions and liquidity
Got a question about the New Zealand Investor Visa for Permanent Residence?
contact Mia Evans at [email protected]