New Zealand grants residence to qualifying investors under the Active Investor Plus visa. It is open to applicants of any nationality, including citizens of Brazil. This page explains the two categories, the indicative thresholds and where to confirm the current rules.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
Brazilian citizens are eligible to apply, since the visa is assessed on the investment and on health, character and English requirements rather than on nationality. A Brazilian applicant is held to the same published criteria as other foreign applicants.
The settings were updated in recent rounds, including changes to acceptable investments and to physical presence rules. Confirm the documents and the current criteria that apply to your case with the official authority before you commit funds.
There are two categories. The Growth category requires a lower investment held over a shorter period in higher growth assets such as managed funds and direct investment in New Zealand businesses, with a light physical presence requirement. The Balanced category requires a higher investment held over a longer period across a wider set of assets including bonds and property development, with a larger presence requirement.
Each category has its own minimum, holding period and time in country rules. Check which one fits your plans with the authority, since the framework can change.
Processing depends on the category, the source of funds review and the completeness of your file. Confirm the current expected timeline with the official authority.
Investment minimums, holding periods and presence rules are set by the authority and can change. The figures below are indicative only and should be verified before you act.
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| Category | Indicative minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Growth | From around NZD 5 million | Higher growth assets, held over a shorter period, light time in country rule |
| Balanced | From around NZD 10 million | Wider asset set, held over a longer period, larger time in country rule |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Immigration New Zealand publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes. The visa is open to applicants of any nationality who meet the investment and other requirements. Brazilian citizens are not excluded.
If you meet all the conditions across your investment period, you may be able to apply for a permanent resident visa. Confirm the exact conditions with the official authority.
Immigration New Zealand administers the Active Investor Plus visa. Verify the current categories, minimums and rules with the official source.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
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