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New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa
Explore a structured pathway to residence by investment in New Zealand. CIPS helps private clients understand the qualifying routes, family provisions, practical obligations and professional support required before deciding whether the program is a suitable fit.
Program outcome
Residence by investment
Headline starting point
NZD 5,000,000
Physical presence
Varies by investment category
Family inclusion
Partner and dependent children may be included, subject to immigration rules
Why Consider New Zealand
Residence in a stable, highly regarded jurisdiction
Two investment categories with different risk and residence profiles
A pathway designed for active capital and long-term engagement
Access to New Zealand’s lifestyle, education and business environment
The routes described in the supplied material
The principal routes described in the supplied program material are: Additional government, due diligence, legal, property, transfer, tax and professional costs may apply. The investment structure must be reviewed before funds are committed.
Growth category from NZD 5 million in qualifying growth investments
Balanced category from NZD 10 million across a broader set of qualifying investments
How an application proceeds
01
Confidential consultation and preliminary suitability review
02
Initial due diligence and review of family eligibility
03
Selection and verification of the qualifying route
04
Collection, certification and translation of supporting documents
05
Submission through the appropriate authorized local channel
06
Government review, due diligence and any request for further information
07
Completion of post-approval investment, residence or documentation steps
What every applicant must be able to show
Valid identity and civil-status documents
A clean and fully disclosed personal background
Evidence supporting lawful source of funds and source of wealth
Completion of the qualifying contribution, investment, income or asset requirement
Medical, insurance, address, biometrics or other program-specific evidence where required
Ongoing compliance with holding periods, visits, renewals and reporting obligations
A closer look at New Zealand
Questions clients ask first
Is this an immediate passport program?
Only citizenship programs can lead directly to citizenship following approval and completion. Residence programs provide a residence status. Any later citizenship route is separate and subject to the law in force at that time.
Can my family apply with me?
Partner and dependent children may be included, subject to immigration rules. Exact age, dependency, marital-status and relationship rules must be checked for every person before engagement.
What is the minimum commitment?
NZD 5,000,000. This is a headline reference only and is not an all-in cost.
What should I understand before proceeding?
Investment composition, transfer timing and physical-presence requirements differ by category and require tailored planning.
How does CIPS help?
CIPS helps clarify objectives, compare options, prepare for due diligence and coordinate with the qualified professionals responsible for local filings and advice.
Program rules, investment thresholds, government fees, processing practices and eligibility requirements can change without notice. Information on this website is general and does not constitute legal, tax, investment or financial advice. All applications are subject to government review, due diligence and approval. CIPS works with qualified local professionals where destination-country advice is required.