English language test results for an Active Investor Plus Visa
English language test results we accept for Active Investor Plus Visa applications.
English language test results we accept
- English language test results for residence from work
- English language test results for a Dependent Child Resident Visa
- English language test results for a Parent Resident Visa
- English language test results for entrepreneurs and employees relocating to NZ
- English language test results for a Global Impact Work Visa
- English language test results for a China Working Holiday Visa
- English language tests — Philippines, Thailand, Turkey and Vietnam working holidays
- English language test results for a Peru Working Holiday Visa
- English language test results for an Active Investor Plus Visa
Your standard of English
You (the principal applicant) must speak and understand English.
Most of the time we ask you to show this in your application with English language test results.
English language test results for Active Investor Plus Visa applicants
Active Investor Plus Visa applicants can show they can speak and understand English with test results.
Check Table 1 to find out which English language test results we accept if you are the principal applicant.
If you need test results for your application they must be no more than 2 years old at the time you apply.
If we have concerns with a home-based test, we may require you to take another test at a test centre.
IELTS One Skill Retake (OSR)
In 2023 the International English Language Test System (IELTS) provider introduced a One Skill Retake option for both their Academic and General Training tests. The IELTS One Skill Retake must be completed within 60 days of the original test date.
Cambridge language assessments
The Cambridge English: First (FCE) is now called B2 First.
The Cambridge English: First for Schools (FCE) is now called B2 First for Schools.
| Test | Minimum score you need |
|---|---|
|
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): |
5 overall |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) | 35 overall |
| Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) | 36 overall |
| Cambridge English B2 First | 154 overall |
| Cambridge B2 First for Schools | 154 overall |
|
Occupational English Test (OET) |
Grade C or higher in all 4 skills — listening, reading, writing and speaking. You need a score of Grade C or higher in all 4 skills as there is no overall grade for this test. |
Use your background to show English proficiency
Instead of taking an English language test, you can meet our English language requirements by proving you have an English-speaking background that is at the level needed for your visa.