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Invest in an existing business through the New Zealand Business Investor Work Visa and gain a clear pathway to New Zealand residency by investment.
Last updated: 2026-03-18
Programme overviewنظرة عامة
The New Zealand Business Investor Work Visa allows experienced entrepreneurs to invest in and actively manage a business in New Zealand. This New Zealand investor visa requires a minimum NZD 1 million investment and offers a clear pathway to New Zealand residency by investment, with a faster option available at NZD 2 million.
What you getالمزايا
Lower investment threshold of NZD 1–2 million under the New Zealand business investor visa
Include partner and dependent children in the New Zealand investor visa application
Live in a stable and business-friendly economy in New Zealand
Flexibility to work, run a business, and access education benefits
Clear pathway to permanent residency and citizenship under the New Zealand residency by investment route
Eligibilityالأهلية
Requirements
Minimum investment of NZD 1 million (or NZD 2 million for fast-track residency eligibility) under the New Zealand Business Investor Work Visa
Maintain an additional NZD 500,000 in funds for personal living expenses
Be 55 years or younger and demonstrate at least basic English language proficiency
Funds must be legally earned, owned by the applicant, and meet New Zealand investor visa requirements
Must invest in and actively manage an existing business in New Zealand as part of the New Zealand business investor visa
The processكيف نعمل
Eligibility Assessment
Initial eligibility assessment and profile evaluation for the New Zealand Business Investor Work Visa.
Business Selection
Identification and selection of a suitable existing business in New Zealand.
Due Diligence
Completion of financial, legal, and operational due diligence for the selected business.
Visa Application
Submission of the New Zealand investor visa application with all required documentation.
Investment Execution
Transfer of funds and purchase of the business within 9 months as per program requirements.
Business Operation
Active operation and management of the business while meeting employment and performance conditions.
Residency Application
Apply for New Zealand residency by investment after 1–3 years, depending on the investment amount and fulfillment of all visa conditions.
Document checklistالوثائق
Identity & Civil
Identity verification
- ✦Valid passport and identity documents
Investment & Funds
Proof of funds
- ✦Proof of legally earned funds and investment source documentation
- ✦Financial statements and bank confirmations for investment and reserve funds
Experience
Professional background
- ✦Evidence of business or senior management experience
Language Requirements
Language eligibility
- ✦English language test results (IELTS or equivalent)
Police & Health
Health and character
- ✦Medical and character clearance certificates
Business Investment
Business and investment details
- ✦Business purchase agreements and due diligence reports
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
Requires active business management under the New Zealand Business Investor Work Visa
Strict timelines and conditions must be met for New Zealand investor visa eligibility
Compliance
Clear rules under the New Zealand investor visa ensure transparency
Ongoing business and investment conditions must be maintained under the New Zealand business investor visa
Questionsأسئلة شائعة
This route, answered.
The minimum investment for the New Zealand Business Investor Work Visa starts from NZD 1 million, with a fast-track New Zealand residency by investment option available at NZD 2 million.
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A senior advisor will confirm the exact costs, timeline and documents for your case — privately, and entirely off the record.