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NZD 5 million for direct investments and NZD 7.5 million for approved funds .
New Zealand government guidance and support
New Zealand Trade and Enterprise ( NZTE ) now takes an active role in the success of this visa program . While Immigration New Zealand ( INZ ) is responsible for the administrative aspects of visa processing , NZTE takes on a more holistic role .
From the moment an investor shows interest , NZTE provides comprehensive support . This includes disseminating detailed information about investment opportunities and the New Zealand market , helping investors make informed decisions .
The agency also helps in network building . NZTE has a global network of investment experts who assist investors in connecting with local businesses , government agencies , and other stakeholders . This aid is crucial for investors new to the New Zealand market and looking to establish themselves quickly .
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KEY FEATURES OF THE ACTIVE INVESTOR PLUS VISA
The Active Investor Plus visa comes with several enticing features . Primarily , it encourages investments into highgrowth potential companies and approved private equity or venture capital funds . Investing in these areas can reduce the required investment from 15 million NZD to as low as
“ The Active Investor Plus visa comes with several enticing features . Primarily , it encourages investments into high-growth potential companies and approved private equity or venture capital funds .
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By offering this support , NZTE facilitates the visa process and ensures investors have all the tools they need to succeed in their New Zealand journey .
KEY REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW ZEALAND ’ S RBI PROGRAM
The Active Investor Plus visa is a game-changer in the investment migration landscape . Unlike a one-size-fits-all program , this visa employs a weighting system encouraging investors to channel their capital into New Zealand ' s highvalue , high-growth sectors .
At its core , the visa mandates an investment based on NZD 15 million . However , the actual amount hinges on the type of investment based on a weighting system , which can reduce the actual investment to NZD 5 million . The funds can also be incrementally invested over three years , with the full investment held for another fourth year . The residency requirement is a minimal 117 days in New Zealand and is required over the four-year investment period .
The investment classes and their respective weightings are :
Direct Investment : For investors looking to invest directly into private businesses , this class receives the highest weighting , a 3x multiplier . An NZD 5 million investment in this category would meet the NZD 15 million requirement .
Managed Funds : Investments in managed funds ( private equity or venture capital funds ) are also given preferential treatment and receive a slightly lower weighting of 2x . This means an investment of NZ 7.5 million in approved funds would meet the visa ' s investment criteria .