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Investors are now able buy NZD $5 million+ homes
The existing rules In February 2024, we explained the basic rules for new residents buying a home. Under the Overseas Investment Act, people who have been residents for 12 months and have actually been here for 183 days in that time (6 months) can apply to purchase a home to
New Business Investor Visa for investment in existing businesses. Entrepreneur Visa closed for new applicants.
In our previous blog, we explained the challenges of the current entrepreneur visa, including long delays at each stage and high decline rates. We also mentioned that a review is ongoing. On 27 August, the Minister of Immigration and Immigration New Zealand announced the first outcome from that review. The
Entrepreneur Processing Update July 2025
At our most recent meeting with the Business Team Management, we received updates on processing times for the various visas they handle. Entrepreneur – lack of clear warnings U.S enquiries about the Entrepreneur category to our office have increased greatly since the 2024 presidential election. There are also a
New Zealand extends travel conditions for Pacific Visitors but other restrictions remain
Starting 6 July 2025, New Zealand has made it easier for citizens of Pacific Islands Forum countries to visit: Visitor Visas will allow multiple entries over a period of 24 months. Stay up to 6 months in any 12-month period, and 9 months in any 18-month period. Standard visa conditions
Great News for Trades Professionals: New Pathway to NZ Residence
The Government has announced that from 18 August 2025, 10 new occupations will be added to the Green List Work to Residence pathway, aiming to help address skill shortages across New Zealand, particularly in the construction and manufacturing sectors. Eligible trades professionals who have a job or job offer in
Pacific Legal Team Attends Minister Dinner
On 9 July 2025, the entire Pacific Legal team attended an evening with Hon. Erica Stanford, the Minister of Immigration. This event was hosted by The Law Association of New Zealand at the JW Marriott Hotel. Richard is a member of the Association’s Immigration and Refugee Law Committee. It was
