New Zealand is making it easier for foreign investors to settle and invest in the country. Recent changes to immigration and property rules now allow residency visa holders, gained through investment, to purchase residential property under certain conditions.
Note: We’ve recently published a separate article detailing the upcoming Business Investor Visa, make sure to check it out.
Foreign Investors Can Now Buy Homes
Under new rules, foreign nationals holding a residency visa through the Active Investor Plus “Golden Visa” investment will be allowed to purchase a home in New Zealand. The minimum value of the house that can be bought or built will be set at $5m. This marks a significant shift from previous restrictions and is part of a broader strategy to attract high-value investors who can contribute to the housing supply and economic development.
The policy change is designed to ensure that investments go into new housing developments. This means investors can help grow New Zealand’s housing stock while securing a place to live.
Active Investor Plus Visa: A Refreshed Pathway
Immigration New Zealand has revamped its Active Investor Plus Visa, introducing two simplified categories:
- Growth Category: Requires a minimum investment of NZD $5 million over 3 years, focusing on higher-risk investments like managed funds and direct business investments.
- Balanced Category: Requires NZD $10 million over 5 years, allowing for a mix of lower-risk investments including bonds and property developments.
Key benefits include:
- No English language requirement
- Reduced time required in New Zealand (as little as 21 days for Growth investors)
- Faster processing times – average of just 23 working days for approval in principle
- NZD $248.8 million already committed to the economy from approved applications
How Woburn International Can Help
At Woburn International, we specialise in guiding investors through New Zealand’s immigration landscape. Whether you’re exploring the Active Investor Plus Visa, the Business Investor Visa, or seeking to purchase property under the new settings, our expert team can help you:
- Understand eligibility and investment requirements
- Prepare and submit high-quality visa applications
- Navigate property investment rules
- Connect with trusted financial and legal advisors
Let us help you turn your investment into a pathway to residency and a prosperous future in New Zealand.
Contact us today to get started: services@woburn.co.nz
