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Active Investor Plus Growth Visa to Include Build to Rent Investments in NZ

08 Sep 2026 | 22 hours ago | 68 views

From December 2026, investor migrants in New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus Growth category can invest in approved managed funds supporting Build to Rent developments, with a minimum investment of NZD $5 million. This initiative aims to attract experienced investors to boost business growth, innovation, and the supply of long-term rental housing, while ensuring managed funds provide safeguards for investment and development. Direct investment in Build to Rent is not permitted, and investors and their families cannot live in these funded developments.

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New Zealand Investor Visa Growth Category Now Allows 20% Philanthropic Gifts

24 May 2026 | 3 months ago | 796 views

From 1 June 2026, investor migrants applying under New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus Growth category can allocate up to 20% of their NZD $5 million investment to philanthropic gifts supporting eligible charities or conservation initiatives. This change adds flexibility to the Growth category, which focuses on business growth and innovation, by allowing contributions to social, environmental, and cultural causes while maintaining strong economic outcomes. Eligibility criteria for recipient charities will be strengthened to ensure gifts benefit New Zealand communities and do not personally benefit applicants.

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New Zealand Active Investor Plus Growth Visa to Include Philanthropic Investment Option from 2026

24 May 2026 | 3 months ago | 822 views

From 1 June 2026, investor migrants applying under New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus Growth category can allocate up to 20% of their NZD $5 million investment to philanthropic gifts supporting eligible charities or conservation initiatives. This change adds flexibility to the Growth category, which focuses on business growth and innovation, by allowing contributions to social, environmental, or cultural causes while maintaining strong economic outcomes. Eligible charities must meet strict criteria, including operating for at least five years and ensuring gifts benefit New Zealand without personally benefiting the applicant.

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