New Zealand grants residence to qualifying investors under the Active Investor Plus visa. This page explains the route for Vietnamese nationals.
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.
Vietnamese nationals can apply. There is no general nationality bar. You must be of good character, meet health requirements and place qualifying funds in approved investments for the required period.
There is no English language requirement under this visa. Confirm the current eligibility and document rules with Immigration New Zealand before you start.
The visa is built around two categories. The Growth category centres on higher risk investments such as managed funds and direct investment in New Zealand businesses, held for at least three years, with a short minimum number of days spent in New Zealand across the investment period.
The Balanced category allows a mix that can include lower risk investments, held over a longer period. The minimum amounts differ between the two categories. Verify the current thresholds and the exact days requirement with Immigration New Zealand.
You can apply for permanent residence after the minimum holding period for your category, provided your funds stay invested and you meet the conditions. Confirm the current processing and holding rules with Immigration New Zealand.
Beyond the qualifying investment there are visa fees and levies. Confirm each figure with Immigration New Zealand before you budget.
| Category | Reported feature | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Growth | Higher risk investments held for at least three years | Shorter minimum stay across the period, confirm the amount |
| Balanced | Mixed investments held over a longer period | Confirm the amount and the holding period |
| Visa fees and levies | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Set by Immigration New Zealand |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Immigration New Zealand publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes, there is no general nationality bar. You must meet the character, health and investment rules. Confirm your eligibility with Immigration New Zealand.
Immigration New Zealand has stated there is no English language requirement for this visa. Confirm the current rule with the official authority.
The two categories carry different minimums and the rules have been updated. We point you to Immigration New Zealand for the current figure rather than printing one that may change.
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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