You can submit more than one business plan for different businesses over the rest of the five-year investment period, but each plan must meet the requirements in this section. You will need to submit a new business plan if you want to significantly you have had approved.
We will approve your business plan if it:
- is no more than three months old
- shows you have enough money to finance the proposal (including the funds you are requesting to withdraw from those held by the Government and any other funds you have)
- contains realistic financial forecasts
- shows that you have relevant business experience
- shows you have knowledge of the proposed business and the New Zealand business environment
- includes information about how the proposed business will benefit New Zealand, and
- includes supporting documentation.