NZD 5 Million

minimum requirement

4

months processing time

The Active Investor Visa Plus (AIP) Program provides a streamlined path to Permanent Residence by spending only 21 days in New Zealand over three years under the Growth stream.

The application is straightforward, and the process is one of the fastest available worldwide.

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It also provides you and your family the opportunity, but not the obligation, to live, work and study anywhere New Zealand.

For those who decide to spend a significant amount of time in the country, the AIP provides a pathway to citizenship after five years. New Zealand allows dual citizenship.

Benefits of the New Zealand Active Investor Plus Program

The principal applicant can include their spouse or legally recognized partner, any children under the age of 18, as well as dependent children up to the age of 24.

The investment is only required after approval of the visa application. Under the Growth stream, the family may apply for permanent residence after three years if they have spent only 21 days or more in country, making it very flexible for families with busy international lives. Furthermore, the investment may be unwound after Permanent Residence is achieved.

You acquire the right to live, study, and work anywhere in New Zealand.

Children can also study at all schools and tertiary education providers as a domestic student

Who Can Get A New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must be of good health and character

  • Must be at least 18 years old and legally married, or in a common law or de facto partnership with the Principal Applicant
  • Must be of good health and character

  • Children under 18 can always be included
  • Children under the age of 24 who are financially dependent and unmarried

Program Requirements

To be eligible for the AIP, you must invest under one of the following two streams:

GROWTH CATEGORY
  • Requires a minimum investment of NZD 5 million in one or many of the eligible managed funds or in a direct business, either of which must be approved by New Zealand Trade & Enterprise (NZTE)
  • Investments must be held for a period of three years
  • Investors must spend at least 21 days in New Zealand over this three-year period
BALANCED CATEGORY
  • Requires a minimum investment of NZD 10 million across a broader range of eligible investment options, including equities, bonds, managed funds, direct business investments, property development, and philanthropy
  • Investments must be held for a period of five years
  • Investors must spend at least 105 days in New Zealand over this five-year period, though this requirement may be reduced with a higher investment

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The Latitude Group is a global leader in Residence and Citizenship by Investment. Our IMC-certified professionals are specialists in cross jurisdictional citizenship and residence planning. Moreover, we have more collective invesment migration industry experience than any other international firm.

The Latitude Group is a global leader in Residence and Citizenship by Investment. Our IMC-certified professionals are specialists in cross jurisdictional citizenship and residence planning. Moreover, we have more collective invesment migration industry experience than any other international firm.

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Application Process

  • Month 1

    Client Onboarding and Due Diligence

    You will complete Latitude's Form 1, which enables us to carry out our initial due diligence and onboarding. Following the successful screening, Latitude will provide a Client Agreement (CA) for your review and signature.

    Upon receiving the signed CA and retainer payment, our team of professionals will start completing all the necessary government forms and collate the supporting documents.

  • Month 2

    Select A Fund

    Latitude will present you with a selection of vetted eligible managed funds. You can invest in one or more of the available funds.

  • Month 3

    Submission of Application & Residence Permit

    Latitude's dedicated New Zealand lawyer will prepare and submit your application to the immigration authorities.

    Once your application is approved, you receive a three-year residence permit.

  • Months 4-10

    Investment

    You have within a six-month window to transfer funds to the chosen investment(s).

  • End of Year 3

    Permanent Residence - Year 3

    AIP applicants can apply for permanent residence if they have maintained their investment under the Growth stream for at least 36 months and spent 21 or more days in New Zealand.

  • End of Year 5

    Citizenship - Year 5

    Successful applicants may also apply for citizenship after five years of residence. You must have spent at least 240 days in each 12-month period of the five years in New Zealand immediately before the citizenship application, and at least 1,350 days across those five years.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Residence in a country with a rich culture, attractive industries, and major global cities
  • Only 21 days required for permanent residence under the Growth stream
  • Fast application process
  • Investment is required only after application approval
  • Citizenship is possible after 5 years of legal residence if the requirements are met

  1. Physical Presence: You must have been physically present in New Zealand for at least 240 days in each 12-month period of the five years immediately before your citizenship application, and at least 1,350 days across those five years.
  2. Intention to Reside: You should intend to continue living in New Zealand or maintain a close and continuing association with the country.
  3. English Language Proficiency: You need to have a basic understanding of the English language, sufficient to engage in everyday conversations.
  4. Good Character: Applicants must be of good character, which generally means having no serious criminal convictions or ongoing legal issues.
  5. Citizenship Ceremony: Upon approval, you will be invited to attend a citizenship ceremony, where you will take an oath or affirmation of allegiance to New Zealand.

Yes, future children of a New Zealand citizen are generally eligible for citizenship, but the specific pathway depends on the parent’s citizenship type and the child’s place of birth.

Subject to all requirements being fulfilled, you can obtain residency within 4 months of starting the application process with Latitude.

Speak to one of our global experts and begin your journey today

The Latitude Group is a global leader in Residence and Citizenship by Investment. Our IMC-certified professionals are specialists in cross jurisdictional citizenship and residence planning. Moreover, we have more collective invesment migration industry experience than any other international firm.

  • The right to live and settle anywhere in New Zealand
  • Only 21 days physical presence required for permanent residence
  • Eligible to apply for permanent residence after 3 years and citizenship after 5 years

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