20/10/2025
Business Investor Visas will be open for applications starting 24 November 2025. The Business Investor Work Visa provides a pathway to residence for migrants who invest in, operate and grow established businesses in New Zealand.
The new investment visa offers two options:
A $1 million or more investment in an existing business with a 3-year work-to-residence pathway.
A $2 million or more investment in an existing business with a 12-month fast-track to residence pathway.
Businesses need to have been operating for 5 years and employ at least 5 people. Some types of businesses are not eligible for investment under this visa.
Applicants need to meet business experience, English language, health, character and age requirements.
To be eligible for a Business Investor Resident Visa, applicants must be actively involved in running the business, maintain ownership levels and spend enough time in New Zealand. They must also employ 5 people and create 1 additional job for a New Zealand citizen or resident.
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