Exciting Updates to the Active Investor Plus Visa
New Zealand is enhancing the Active Investor Plus Visa to drive economic growth and make investing in the country more appealing.
🗓 Effective from 1 April 2025, key changes include:
✅ Two simplified investment categories – Growth and Balanced
✅ Minimum investment thresholds: NZD $5 million for Growth investors, NZD $10 million for Balanced investors
✅ Expanded investment options under the Balanced category, now including bonds, new residential properties, and commercial or industrial developments
✅ Fewer immigration requirements for those opting for active investments (such as reduced time required in New Zealand)
✅ Faster investment timeline: Investors must place their funds within six months of visa approval (with a possible six-month extension)
✅ No more English language requirement
These updates aim to attract high-value investors, streamline the application process, and encourage more active investments in New Zealand’s economy. The revised settings also provide lower-risk investment opportunities while allowing investors to build confidence in New Zealand’s market.
💻 The application process remains the same, with the current online form being updated to reflect these changes. More details will be released in early March.
Stay tuned for further updates!
Source: INZ
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