๐ณ๐ฟ Business Structures in New Zealand
Compare the available legal structures for company formation in New Zealand. Each structure has different requirements, costs, and tax treatment.
Limited Company (Ltd)
Min. 1 shareholder
NZ$1 (no statutory minimum)
1โ3 business days via the Companies Office online portal
Small and medium businesses of any typeFreelancers and consultants wanting limited liabilityTech startups and SaaS companies
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Limited Partnership (LP)
Min. 2 shareholders
No statutory minimum
1โ5 business days
Venture capital and private equity fund structuresJoint ventures between local and foreign partiesInvestment holding vehicles
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