Global Residency and Citizenship by Investment Report: New Zealand (RBI)

Legal Provision 

Immigration Act 2009, administered by Immigration New Zealand (INZ). The current program is the Active Investor Plus Visa

Region 

Oceania

Minimum investment threshold 

NZD $5 to $15 million (approx. USD $3 to 9 million)

Year of inception 

2022

Visa-free countries 

187

Investment options 

Direct investments into New Zealand firms Indirect investments via listed equities, managed funds, or philanthropic contributions

Physical presence requirements 

Must spend at least 117 days in New Zealand over the 4-year investment period

Family member inclusion 

The main applicant can include spouse, children up to 24 (if dependent)

Dual citizenship allowed 

Yes

Path to citizenship  

Eligibility to apply for citizenship after five years of continuous residence, with specific conditions

Average processing time  

6 - 9 months