New Zealand is introducing a new immigrant visa category from September 2022
To attract experienced and quality investors to invest in local businesses, the New Zealand Government has created a new category of investor immigrant visas. The new Active Investor Plus Visa category replaces the existing Investor 1 and Investor 2 visa categories. Eligibility criteria for the New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa category include an investment of at least US $ 5 million, of which only 50% can invest in listed equities. "There are so many great companies in New Zealand that have established themselves in the global market. Our government aims to help these companies grow into more successful global brands. And renewing investor visa settings is an important part of our strategy to attract quality investors, "said Stuart Nash, Secretary of State for Economic and Regional Development. The visa will open on September 19, 2022. Investor 1 and Investor 2 visa applications will not be accepted after July 27, 2022. The government said...