Business migration can be a preferred choice for people wishing to buy or start a business or business people seeking to invest in New Zealand. Working for oneself, a goal for so many people, can be one of the most rewarding ways of earning a living. The prospect of starting a new life overseas also motivates many migrants to consider this highly lucrative option. If you too are considering starting or buying a business in New Zealand, we can advise on the options available to you and help in several key ways. Who can apply:
Business people intending to establish a business in New Zealand.

What it entitles you to:
A 3-year work visa initially followed by permanent residency.

Terms & conditions:
Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have at least five years' successful business experience relevant to their proposal; that they have adequate assets to finance the new venture and to support themselves whilst the business is being established; they must also demonstrate that they have carefully researched the market and must submit a detailed business plan.

Further information:
The proposal must be shown to offer benefit to New Zealand. Once the business has been successfully established, permanent residence may be applied for. There is no age limit for applicants for this visa. Business migration requires detailed research and highly specialised advice with a detailed business plan. We can provide a comprehensive service in this area, having helped many business migrants successfully establish businesses in New Zealand. The rules relating to business visas change often and so it is vital that you first receive up to the minute advice on the correct category or sub category under which to apply. General Investor: Business people aged up to 54 willing to invest at least NZ$2.5 million In New Zealand for four years.

Professional Investor: Business people aged up to 64 willing to invest at least NZ$10 million In New Zealand for four years.

Global Investor: Business people willing to invest at least NZ$25million In New Zealand for four years. There is no age limit for this visa.

Whichever of the above is your preferred route we have our own in house specialists who are highly experienced in preparing both your business plan and your visa application. They can explain what options are available, depending on the level of business experience you have. To determine your eligibility for a business visa, we ask you to complete our specialist business visa questionnaire (link below). Alternatively call 0845 230 4390 for an initial free discussion with our consultants.