US Citizens Top Golden Visa Applications in New Zealand
Summary
Wealthy Americans are leading applications for New Zealand's updated “golden visa,” following changes that eased investment rules. This visa allows foreign investors to purchase luxury homes and invest in the local economy. Interest from China has also increased after the policy adjustments.Key Facts
- New Zealand’s "golden visa," called the Active Investor Plus visa, has seen a rise in applications from wealthy foreigners.
- U.S. citizens make up nearly 40 percent of applicants for this visa.
- The visa allows investors to buy or build homes worth at least 5 million New Zealand dollars.
- New Zealand eased rules in April 2025, lowering investment thresholds and other requirements.
- Applications rose to 573, involving 1,833 people, after the new rules.
- There are two investment tracks: “growth” requiring about $3 million over three years, and “balanced” requiring about $6 million over five years.
- As of February, 182 applications have been approved, contributing over 1 billion New Zealand dollars to the local economy.
- Interest from China doubled, with applications increasing from 45 to 95 since August 2025.
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