Entrepreneur Visas

New Zealand is one of the best countries in the world to start a new venture. Get the entrepreneur visa NZ offers to build your dream in the land of open and free markets. We provide excellent visa support to make it easy for you.
Are you an entrepreneur looking for the ideal country to start your new venture? New Zealand may be the perfect choice for you – it offers the favourable environment critical to the success of start-ups. You will have the personal freedom to do it your way in a regulatory environment that protects you while not restricting your flight.
INZ (Immigration New Zealand) brings you the entrepreneur visa New Zealand offers in two flavours:

Entrepreneur Work Visa

You are convinced of the potential New Zealand has to build your entrepreneurial dream, but not sure if you want to move here permanently – the Entrepreneur Work Visa is just right for you.
Once you get your New Zealand entrepreneur visa, you have the choice to buy an existing business or start one of your own. You may be eligible to apply for NZ residency at the end of 6 months or after spending 2 years on this work visa.

Do you qualify for this New Zealand entrepreneur visa NZ offers?

INZ is going to look for the following in your Entrepreneur Work Visa application:
  • A comprehensive business plan
  • A score of more than 120 points (this visa uses a points system laid down by the INZ)
  • At least NZ$ 100,000 in business investment. You may get some relaxation here if your business has the potential for extraordinary innovation and growth. Businesses serving the scientific or ICT (Information and Communications Technology) industries also stand to benefit from this waiver.
  • Proof that you have not been part of a business that has failed in the last 5 years and you have not gone through any bankruptcy proceedings during this period
  • Documentation to prove that you have never been associated with any financial or business fraud/misconduct
Do you have any question or concerns related to your qualification for the Entrepreneur Work Visa? We have assembled one of the best immigration teams in our Auckland office. Our immigration advisers are very competent and can put all your visa fears at rest. Request a call back to book an absolutely free consultation session with our immigration experts.

What are the advantages of having this entrepreneur visa NZ provides for?

The New Zealand Entrepreneur Work Visa permits you a maximum stay of:
  • 12 months in your business’ start-up stage. INZ may allow you additional time to get through this phase
  • Another 24 months once INZ is convinced that the business is now set up well enough
This New Zealand Entrepreneur Visa will let you:
  • Buy an existing New Zealand business or begin one yourself
  • Stay employed for 3 years in your business
  • Add your partner and children (<19 years) who depend on you to your application
  • Take up 3 months study in 12 months
  • Enter/Exit the country any number of times

What conditions are placed by INZ on this New Zealand entrepreneur visa?

If you are in the country on an Entrepreneur Work Visa, you are prohibited from:
  • Working for anyone else – you must stay self-employed (managing business operations actively/legally) in your venture at the location specified in your visa.
  • Availing or seeking welfare assistance in any form while you stay here – this restriction also applies to family members depending on your work visa.
INZ may, and most likely will, cancel your Entrepreneur Work Visa if it feels you are not meeting the terms of your visa. Do not risk your investment and waste the precious time you could have used elsewhere. Get the expert immigration help you need. Request a call back to book a 100% free consultation with our highly experienced and competent immigration advisers.

Entrepreneur Resident Visa

You can qualify for this entrepreneur visa NZ offers in two ways:
  • Operate your New Zealand business (staying self-employed) for 2 years – the country must have benefitted considerably due to your business
  • Avail the fast track option – stay self-employed in your business for 6 months and keep 3 or more NZ residents or citizens employed in your venture. The minimum business investment to be eligible for this option is NZ$ 500,000

What are the advantages and conditions of this New Zealand entrepreneur visa NZ offers?

A New Zealand Entrepreneur Resident Visa lets you:
  • Stay, study and work in the country indefinitely
  • Add your partner and children (< 24 years) dependent on you to your application
  • Run your business in New Zealand
Here are some of the specific conditions placed on an Entrepreneur Resident Visa when your business is not 2 years old yet. You are required to:
  • Spend the next 2 years continuing to work in your venture
  • Stay invested for at least 2 more years in your business
  • Keep NZ residents or citizens employed in your venture for the next 2 or more years
INZ places a lot of stringent reporting requirements on your Entrepreneur Resident Visa. Any mistakes and it is easy to get in trouble with the INZ for your New Zealand entrepreneur visa. Our licensed immigration professionals know how to protect your investment and help you get the most out of this entrepreneur visa NZ provides for. Request a call back for a complimentary advisory session with our immigration experts – 100% free.

What is the typical processing time and cost to get entrepreneur visa NZ offers?

Typical processing time for Entrepreneur Work and Resident visas is 16 months or less. However, personal situations and things such as any PPI (Potentially Prejudicial Information) letters, Medical Issues and Character Issues may lead to extended visa processing times.
Since a lot of Entrepreneur Visas involve substantial investment and special business skills, it is not uncommon for the applicants to approach the minister for Special Directions to overcome visa hurdles, something we are experts at.
Our immigration team is dedicated to getting your New Zealand visas in the shortest possible time and at the least cost possible. We make sure you get your best shot by helping you with a foolproof visa application and accurate guidance. Request a call back for an absolutely free consultation with our immigration experts.

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