New Zealand Residency by Investment

New Zealand Active Investor Plus & Permanent Residency Program

RESIDENCE THROUGH GROWTH-FOCUSED INVESTMENT

Executive Briefing

New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa

Residence Through Investment in New Zealand’s Growth Economy

The New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa is designed for experienced investors seeking residence while contributing capital to the country’s businesses and economic development.

Under the Growth category, applicants invest at least NZD 5 million in qualifying investments for three years. Eligible investments principally include approved managed funds and direct investments in New Zealand businesses.

Approved applicants may live, work and study in New Zealand and include an eligible partner and dependent children. The programme requires a minimum presence of only 21 days during the three-year investment period.

New Zealand Residency
New Zealand Residency by Investment

Programme Overview Active Investor Plus Visa at a Glance

PROGRAMME TYPE: New Zealand Residence by Investment

INVESTMENT: Growth Category Starting from NZD 5 Million

INVESTMENT PERIOD: Three Years

PHYSICAL PRESENCE: Minimum 21 Days During the Investment Period

FAMILY INCLUSION: Partner and Dependent Children Aged 24 or Younger

RESIDENCE RIGHTS: Live, Work and Study in New Zealand

Explore the Growth Category Investments

Investments Supporting New Zealand’s Economy

The Growth category directs capital towards qualifying New Zealand businesses and approved investment funds. Applicants may invest through approved managed funds, qualifying direct investments or a combination of both. The full NZD 5 million must remain in acceptable investments throughout the three-year investment period. Every investment must satisfy Immigration New Zealand’s prevailing requirements and should be independently reviewed before funds are committed.

Approved Managed Funds
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Approved Managed Funds

Professionally Managed Growth Investments

Invest through managed funds approved for the Active Investor Plus Visa Growth category.

INVESTMENT
Part of the NZD 5 Million Commitment
INVESTMENT TYPE
Approved New Zealand Managed Funds
INVESTMENT PERIOD
Three Years
SUITABLE FOR
Investors Preferring Professional Fund Management
Source of Funds and Traceability

Source of Funds and Traceability

Establishing a Clear Financial Record

Applicants must demonstrate that their nominated funds were legally earned or acquired, personally owned and transferred through recognised banking channels.

LEGAL ORIGIN
Evidence showing how the investment capital was lawfully accumulated or acquired.
OWNERSHIP
Documents confirming that the nominated funds or assets belong to the principal applicant.
TRACEABILITY
A clear financial trail from the original source to the account holding the investment funds.
INDEPENDENT SUPPORT
Verification from banks, tax authorities, accountants, lawyers or other recognised professionals.
Key Benefits of New Zealand Residency

Key Benefits of New Zealand Residency

What New Zealand Residence Offers Your Family

1.

Residence and Permanent Residence: Live, work and study in New Zealand and apply for permanent residence after completing the three-year investment period and all programme conditions.

2.

Limited Physical Presence: Spend a minimum of only 21 days in New Zealand during the three-year investment period.

3.

Family Inclusion: Include an eligible partner and dependent children aged 24 or younger within the residence application.

4.

Potential Path to Citizenship: Applicants who genuinely live in New Zealand may become eligible for citizenship after five years, subject to presence and other legal requirements.

5.

Education and Quality of Life: Access respected schools and universities, a multicultural society, natural surroundings and a high standard of living.

6.

Stable and Established Environment: Benefit from New Zealand’s political and economic stability, transparent institutions and respected legal framework.

Why Choose Gateway 2 World for New Zealand Residency?

Investment-Led Advice Backed by International Experience

Growth Category Assessment

We review your financial profile, investment objectives and family requirements before advising whether the programme is appropriate.

Investment Option Guidance

We help you understand the difference between approved managed funds and qualifying direct investments.

Source-of-Funds Planning

We help organise the records required to establish the legal origin, ownership and traceability of your investment capital.

Investment Due Diligence

We coordinate independent review of the proposed fund or direct investment before any financial commitment is made.

Professional Coordination

We work with licensed New Zealand advisers, lawyers, accountants and investment professionals involved in the application.

Four Decades of Experience

Our 40 years of international experience bring perspective, discretion and personal attention to an important residence and investment decision.

Why Gateway 2 World

Our Four-Step Application Process

Clear Guidance from Assessment to Residence

Profile and Financial Assessment

Profile and Financial Assessment

We review your eligibility, family composition, financial position, source of wealth and investment preferences.

1
Investment Selection and Due Diligence

Investment Selection and Due Diligence

Suitable approved managed funds or qualifying direct investments are identified and independently reviewed.

2
Application and Source-of-Funds Review

Application and Source-of-Funds Review

The residence application is prepared with the required personal, financial, ownership and source-of-funds evidence.

3
Fund Transfer and Investment Compliance

Fund Transfer and Investment Compliance

Following approval in principle, the nominated funds are transferred through recognised banking channels and maintained in qualifying investments for three years.

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Private Advisory

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A private, unhurried conversation with our senior global partners. No high-pressure pitch. We evaluate your goals and tell you objectively whether New Zealand suits your family profile.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about New Zealand Residency by Investment.