We’re pleased you’re thinking of New
Zealand, and welcome people who would like to invest or operate a business here.
This section of the website gives information on the requirements that you need to meet under our policies for investors,
entrepreneurs, and business people, and shows you how to apply under these policies. If you're still deciding whether
New Zealand is the place for you and your business, take a look at our Discover and Decide section.
Long-Term Business Visa
Under
our Long-Term Business Visa (LTBV) policy you can apply for a three-year work visa to give you enough time to move
to New Zealand and start your business before you apply for residence.
Entrepreneurs
After running your business for two
years you may be eligible to apply for residence as an entrepreneur.
Active Investor Migrant Policy
Our
Active Investor Migrant Policy is for investors who want to gain residence in New Zealand.
Investor Category prior to 26 November 2007
The Active Investor Migrant Policy has replaced our previous Investor Category. We are no longer accepting Expressions
of Interest under this policy, but if you are an investor who has an application in progress, or has been granted residence
already,
Employer accreditation
Business Migration Branch also deals with applications from New Zealand employers
who want to to gain accreditation, so they can offer employment to overseas workers.
Links
If you are interested in general information on starting a business or investing in New Zealand, or links to other
useful websites, take a look at the Business Migration Branch's useful links page.
