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NEW ZEALAND REVAMPS ITS INVESTMENT MIGRATION WITH NEW ACTIVE INVESTOR PLUS VISA
BY JAMES HALL
The Active Investor Plus visa is a significant evolution for New Zealand ' s investor migration approach , with features that make it more appealing than similar programs in countries like the United States and Australia .
New Zealand has long been a haven for investors seeking stability , growth , and a high quality of life . The landscape evolved with the introduction of the Active Investor Plus ( AIP ) visa in September 2022 .
Investor visas have been a significant component of New Zealand ' s immigration policy , attracting more than 3,000 applicants and families to invest more than 14 billion New Zealand Dollars ( NZD ) since 2009 through the Investor 1 and 2 visas .
The Active Investor Plus replaced these visas , building on this success by aligning with global trends and focusing on higher-value , higher-reward asset classes while offering a flexible and secure residence-by-investment ( RBI ) pathway for global investors .
WHY DO WEALTHY INDIVIDUALS CHOOSE NEW ZEALAND ’ S INVESTOR VISA ?
New Zealand isn ' t just a backdrop for epic movies or a playground for adventure seekers . It can be a sanctuary for individuals seeking a balanced life .