10 Sep 2026
1 month ago
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The New Zealand Government is reducing Overseas Investment fees and streamlining application processes to attract more international capital, aiming to boost business growth, productivity, and high-paying jobs. From September 2026, fees for national interest assessments will significantly decrease, and assessment times have already been halved, with most investments now approved within days. Additionally, Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) can waive or refund fees in exceptional cases, enhancing fairness while maintaining safeguards to unlock New Zealand’s economic potential.
10 Oct 2025
1 year ago
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Associate Finance Minister David Seymour highlights the importance of faster overseas investment decisions for businesses to access capital and create jobs with higher wages. Changes to the Overseas Investment Act have led to significant improvements in processing times, with almost 87% of consent applications processed faster than before. The government aims to streamline the process further to attract more investment, boost economic growth, and support job creation in New Zealand.
24 Jun 2025
1 year ago
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Associate Finance Minister David Seymour welcomes the passing of first reading for a Bill to make it easier for New Zealand businesses to receive new investment, grow and pay higher wages. The Overseas Investment (National Interest Test and Other Matters) Amendment Bill has passed its first reading in Parliament today. “New Zealand has been turning away opportunities for growth for too long.
18 Jun 2025
1 year ago
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Associate Finance Minister David Seymour welcomes the introduction of legislation to make it easier for New Zealand businesses to receive new investment, grow and pay higher wages. The Overseas Investment (National Interest Test and Other Matters) Amendment Bill has been introduced to the House. “New Zealand has been turning away opportunities for growth for too long.