New Zealand Long Term Business Visa
New Zealand offers various residency options for entrepreneurs and skilled workers. Talent visa for exceptional talent, Long Term Business visa for those establishing businesses. High quality of life, English-speaking, safe. Pathway to permanent residency and eventually citizenship (after 5 years). New Zealand allows dual citizenship.
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Key Details
Stay Requirements
Entrepreneur/startup visa: active residence permit - must physically run the business in-country; genuine presence (~183 days) required to renew
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- Residency for entrepreneurs and skilled workers
- Processing time of 3 months
- Pathway to permanent residency
- Support for business innovation
- Flexible visa options
The catch
- You have to actually live there. At least 183 days a year in-country — this becomes your main home, not a paper residency.
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What could change
Changes in government policies could alter visa conditions.
Tax Notes
New Zealand uses a worldwide income tax system; foreign income may be exempt for 4 years.