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Zealand an attractive choice for those seeking residency and meaningful , high-value investment opportunities in a stable , supportive environment .
Another attractive aspect of investing in New Zealand ’ s equity market for immigration purposes is its distinct focus on dividend returns . Unlike many global markets where profits are often redirected into share buybacks or acquisitions , New Zealand companies are more likely to distribute profits directly to shareholders through dividends . This focus provides a steady income stream , especially appealing to investor migrants under the Active Investor Plus Visa . New Zealand ’ s equity market also includes numerous infrastructure-based assets , which tend to offer higher dividend yields than the global average . For investor migrants , this emphasis on dividends , combined with the stability of infrastructure investments , enhances both the financial appeal and the strategic value of New Zealand equities within their investment portfolios .
WHAT ’ S THE OUTLOOK FOR NEW ZEALAND ’ S INVESTOR IMMIGRATION PROGRAM ?
The restructured visa system and AIP program position New Zealand as a premium destination for investor migrants , offering :
• Comprehensive support services
• Flexible investment options
• Clear pathways to permanent residence
• Strong economic opportunities
• Stable political and regulatory environment
BY JAMES HALL
James Alan Hall is the founder and owner of ANZ migrate , a specialist immigration firm for Australia and New Zealand . With over 20 years of experience , je has managed thousands of cases across skilled , family , employment , business , and investment migration . As a senior agent , he mentors agents and consults on practice establishment , successfully representing clients at tribunals . Hall also conducts industry training , particularly in business migration , and speaks at global investment events . Appointed to the Uglobal Writers Council in 2020 , he contributes to investment migration publications on strategy and solutions .