Skip to main content
The Migration Station — Your Dream, Our Responsibility
New Zealand flagNew Zealand · Business & Investor Visa

New Zealand Business & Investor Visa from Dubai, UAE

Residency for investors and founders building a business in New Zealand.

Check My EligibilitySee the process
Processing time
Several months, and longer for investor due diligence
Indicative cost
Substantial investment thresholds apply plus application fees; verify current figures before applying
Family
Spouse & children included
Apply from
Dubai / UAE

Active Investor Plus and Entrepreneur Work Visa

The Active Investor Plus and Entrepreneur Work Visa is one of the routes UAE residents use to reach New Zealand. This page sets out who the route is for, the eligibility criteria, the documents you will need, indicative costs and timelines, and the step-by-step process, so you can decide whether it fits your situation before you commit.

Residency for investors and founders building a business in New Zealand. If you are applying from Dubai or anywhere in the Emirates, The Migration Station can assess your profile honestly and prepare a complete, well-evidenced application.

Who the New Zealand Business & Investor Visa is for

Entrepreneurs and investors planning a business in New Zealand

High-net-worth applicants seeking residency through investment

Founders who can evidence a lawful source of funds

New Zealand Business & Investor Visa: eligibility requirements

  • For Active Investor Plus, a qualifying investment into approved New Zealand assets
  • For the Entrepreneur route, a viable business plan and capital to establish or buy a business
  • Meet health, character and, where relevant, business-experience requirements
  • Access to the required investment or business capital
  • A viable, well-researched business plan or qualifying investment
  • A lawful, clearly documented source of funds
  • Management or entrepreneurial experience where the route requires it

Documents usually needed

Valid passport and recent passport photographs
UAE residence visa and Emirates ID copies
Completed application forms for the chosen route
Business plan and supporting market research
Proof of investment funds and their lawful source
Company documents or evidence of business experience
Financial statements and bank references

Exact requirements depend on your route and are confirmed at your assessment.

Benefits of the New Zealand Business & Investor Visa

Residency through investment

Secure residency for your family by investing in or building a business in New Zealand.

Grow in a stable economy

Operate or invest within a transparent, well-regulated market.

Family included

Bring your spouse and dependent children, with rights to live, work and study in New Zealand.

Guided, end-to-end support

A dedicated case manager helps with your documents, forms and submissions from the first assessment to a decision.

The New Zealand Business & Investor Visa process, step by step

  1. 1

    Free eligibility assessment

    We evaluate your profile against every New Zealand business & investor route and confirm the strongest, most realistic pathway for you.

  2. 2

    Strategy & document checklist

    Your case manager maps out the route, timeline and exact documents you need, tailored to your situation.

  3. 3

    Preparation & evidence

    We help you gather, organise and verify your evidence so your file is complete, consistent and compliant.

  4. 4

    Application & submission

    We complete and lodge your application, then track its progress and respond to any requests from the authorities.

  5. 5

    Decision & relocation

    On approval we support your biometrics, landing and first steps settling into New Zealand.

New Zealand Business & Investor Visa: frequently asked questions

The Active Investor Plus visa uses tiered investment amounts, with weighting towards more active investments such as direct business investment. Figures change, so we confirm the current thresholds and eligible asset classes before you commit.

Other New Zealand visa routes

New Zealand Permanent ResidencyNew Zealand Skilled Worker VisaNew Zealand Student VisaNew Zealand Visit & Tourist VisaBusiness & Investor Visa in other countries →
Free tools

Plan your New Zealand move with free tools

Know exactly where you stand before you commit. These free, 2026-updated tools help you assess your options in minutes.

Visa Eligibility Quiz

Find your best-fit destination in under two minutes.

Learn more→

Compare Destinations

Compare this destination against others side by side.

Learn more→

Cost & Timeline Estimator

See indicative processing times, costs and the step-by-step timeline.

Learn more→

Start your New Zealand Business & Investor Visa with confidence

Honest assessment, careful preparation and professional support from our Dubai based team.

Free AssessmentWhatsApp +971 4 298 2899