Business and investment

Information on what an acceptable investment is for the Active Investor Plus Visa.

If you applied for an Investor 1 or 2 Resident Visa on or before 27 July 2022 (prior to the category closure), you must invest your money in an acceptable investment.

If you are applying for a Parent Retirement Resident Visa, you must invest your money in an acceptable investment.

You need to keep your funds invested in New Zealand for the length of time set out in your visa conditions.

If you are transferring your investment funds directly to New Zealand you need to do so in a legal and transparent way.

You can claim points for your Investor 2 Resident Visa application based on your business experience, investment funds, English language ability and age.

If you are applying for an Entrepreneur Work Visa, you need to provide a detailed business plan that meets our requirements.