111Immigration - New Zealand

New Zealand

New Zealand is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. It comprises two main landmasses and around 600 smaller islands. A developed country, New Zealand ranks highly in international comparisons of national performance, such as quality of life, education, protection of civil liberties, government transparency, and economic freedom. The service sector dominates the national economy, followed by the industrial sector, and agriculture; international tourism is a significant source of revenue. New Zealand consistently rates among the world’s most peaceful and least corrupt countries. While feeling safe is a luxury in many parts of the world, it's something people in New Zealand are accustomed to. New Zealand offers all sorts of options for choosing a home and lifestyle for your family. The education system is recognized around the world. Public healthcare in New Zealand is consistently ranked among the world’s best. There are wonderful opportunities for young people to grow up with easy access to sports and outdoors, space, and freedom.

Capital: Wellington | Total Area: 268,021 sq. km. | Languages: English, Māori, NZ Sign Language | Government Type: Unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy | Currency: New Zealand dollar ($) (NZD)

Why migrate to New Zealand?

With a quality of life that is envied around the world and a stable business environment full of opportunity, New Zealand is the ideal destination for investors and entrepreneurs seeking new horizons. Investor and entrepreneur visas offer a unique opportunity to enjoy New Zealand’s wide-open spaces and world-beating lifestyle while developing your business interests. It is the easiest country in the world to do business in according to the World Bank’s 2017 ‘Doing Business’ report. The government of New Zealand has a dedicated official website in order to verify all required information as the following: https://www.newzealandnow.govt.nz/. However, the highlights of the New Zealand Citizenship by Investment Program are as follows:

High quality of life.

Free or subsidized Health Care and Education.

Full access to economic rights.

Full access to educational scholarships and awards that are reserved for New Zealanders.

What are the qualifications?

Main applicant should be above 18 years old.

Have a high personal net worth.

Reflect an outstanding character.

Hold no criminal record.

Pose excellent health.

What are investment options?

Investor visa

If you are looking to invest in a new lifestyle, investor visas may be a good option for you and your family. You can include your spouse and dependent children below 24. There are two options of investment either NZ$3 million for at least four years or NZ$10 million for at least three years.

To qualify, you must have:

Minimum 3 years of business experience.
English language requirements apply.
Family members must have English language ability the same as principal applicant or pre-purchase ESOL tuition.
You must spend 146 days per year in New Zealand, or 438 days at any time over the four-year investment period if you have invested a minimum of NZ$750,000 in growth investments.
Maximum applicant age 65 years.

Entrepreneur visa

If you are an experienced businessperson interested in being self-employed in your own business, you can apply for an entrepreneur visa along with your spouse and dependent children.

There are two stages to the application process:

Start-up stage: If your application is approved, you will initially be given a 12-month work visa, enabling you to buy or establish your business in New Zealand.
Balance stage: Once you have proven that you have taken steps to establish your business, you are granted the remaining 24 months of your visa.

To qualify, you must have:

Minimum capital investment of NZ$100,000 (excluding working capital).
120 points or more, with points awarded for factors about the likely success of the business and its value to New Zealand.
Clear business plan.
Clean a recent history of bankruptcy, business failure, and fraud.
English language requirements.

Global Impact Visa (GIVs)

If you are a high impact entrepreneur, investor, or changemaker looking to create scalable, positive global impact, New Zealand's Global Impact Visa (GIVs) could be for you.

There are two stages to the application process:

Submit an application, and be accepted into, the Edmund Hillary Fellowship.
Apply for a Global Impact Visa.

Once nominated for acceptance into EHF, candidates are invited to apply for a Global Impact Visa to live and work in New Zealand, on a three-year open work visa.

To qualify, you must have: