Active Investor Plus Visas

For global investors, New Zealand offers an excellent combination of stability, lifestyle and long‑term confidence. The Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa is New Zealand’s investor‑migrant pathway designed to attract experienced investors who can contribute capital, networks and expertise to the New Zealand economy.

Valta supports investor buyers by pairing exceptional property access with a curated network of trusted professionals—immigration, legal, tax and investment—so you can move forward with clarity and discretion.

While every case is different, the AIP journey often follows a clear sequence.

Step 1: Define your strategy

Choose Growth or Balanced based on your goals, risk appetite, and expected time in New Zealand.

Step 2: Prepare documentation & eligibility evidence

Applicants should expect health/character documentation and lawful funds evidence as part of visa processes, and to work with relevant professionals.

Step 3: Approval in principle → transfer & invest funds

From the date of approval in principle, investments must be completed within 6 months, with the possibility of a one‑off 6‑month extension in certain circumstances.

Step 4: Maintain investments & meet presence requirements

Presence requirements are 21 days (Growth) and 105 days (Balanced), with reductions possible at higher investment totals under Balanced.

Step 5: Pathway to longer-term residence

Immigration NZ guidance indicates a pathway to permanent residence after maintaining funds for 3 years (Growth) or 5 years (Balanced).

New Zealand’s rules on overseas ownership of residential property are highly regulated, and eligibility depends on legal status and the type of property.

• New Zealand’s overseas investment guidance states that existing rules continue to apply to Active Investor Plus visa holders under current settings

• The Government has announced an intention to change the Overseas Investment Act to allow overseas‑based investors with an Active Investor Plus (and some legacy investor visas) to buy or build a house valued at $5 million or more, but until the Act is amended, current rules still apply

• Because penalties can apply for non‑compliance, official guidance recommends legal advice

Valta’s role: We don’t provide legal advice; we connect you with the right specialists and help you find the right property—publicly listed or discreetly available—aligned to your goals.