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Invest NZD 10 million through the Balanced Category of the New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa and obtain New Zealand residency by investment with diversified assets.
Last updated: 2025-10-08
Programme overviewنظرة عامة
The Balanced Category of the New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa requires a minimum investment of NZD 10 million maintained for 5 years in approved assets such as bonds, listed equities, managed funds, and property development projects supporting housing or infrastructure in New Zealand. This New Zealand investor visa option is designed for individuals seeking stable long-term investment opportunities through the New Zealand residency by investment program. Investors must spend at least 105 days in New Zealand during the investment period while maintaining their diversified investment portfolio.
What you getالمزايا
Access New Zealand residency by investment through the Active Investor Plus Visa
No taxes on gifts, estates, wealth, or capital gains
Ability to include spouse and dependent children in the New Zealand investor visa application
High standard of living, safety, and strong political stability in New Zealand
Diversified investment portfolio across bonds, equities, and infrastructure assets
A multicultural society and an excellent quality of life
Eligibilityالأهلية
Requirements
Must be invested in New Zealand active investments (companies, equities, or managed funds).
Minimum 21 days in New Zealand during the 3-year Growth investment period.
Funds must be transferred within 6 months after Approval in Principle (AIP).
Applicant must meet health, character, and lawful source of funds requirements.
Can include partner and dependent children up to age 24.
The processكيف نعمل
Eligibility Assessment
Candidates must be at least 18 years old, have a clean criminal record, pass a medical examination, and demonstrate a lawful source of funds.
Submit Expression of Interest (EOI)
Applicants submit an EOI to Immigration New Zealand detailing their investment plan under the New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa.
Approval in Principle (AIP)
If the application is successful, investors receive an Approval in Principle letter, allowing six months to transfer investment funds.
Investment Transfer
Applicants must invest NZD 10 million under the Balanced Category in approved assets within New Zealand’s investment visa program.
Residency Visa Approval
Once the investment is verified, the New Zealand investor visa is granted, allowing investors and their families to live, work, and study in New Zealand.
Document checklistالوثائق
Identity & Civil
Identity verification
- ✦Valid passport and identity documents
Investment & Funds
Proof of funds
- ✦Proof of NZD 5 million investment funds
- ✦Evidence of the legal source of funds (business income, property sale, inheritance, investments, etc.)
- ✦Bank statements and financial records
Experience
Professional background
- ✦Business ownership, investment, or senior management experience proof
Police & Health
Health and character
- ✦Police clearance certificate
- ✦Medical examination reports
Investment Plan
Investment details
- ✦Investment plan for approved New Zealand growth investments
Your XIPHIAS advisor prepares a personalised document list at onboarding. The checklist above is indicative and may vary by family size.
Family scopeالأسرة
All eligible dependants can be included in one application or added after approval.
Age limits, dependency definitions, and addition fees vary by jurisdiction. Your advisor confirms exact rules at onboarding.
Risk notes
Investment values in bonds, equities, or property development projects may fluctuate based on market conditions in New Zealand.
Failure to maintain the required NZD 10 million investment or meet the residency requirement may affect the New Zealand investor visa status.
Compliance
Investors must maintain approved investments for the entire 5-year period under the New Zealand investment visa program.
Applicants must comply with Immigration New Zealand regulations and provide ongoing proof of investment and residency requirements.
Questionsأسئلة شائعة
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Applicants must invest NZD 10 million under the New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa Balanced Category.
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