๐ณ๐ฟ Visas & Immigration โ New Zealand
Visa options for entrepreneurs and business owners in New Zealand.
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Visa Details
New Zealand offers an Entrepreneur Work Visa for business owners investing at least NZ$100,000 (or NZ$50,000 for high-growth businesses in certain sectors) and an Entrepreneur Residence Visa after operating a successful business for at least two years. The Global Impact Visa (GIV) supports high-impact entrepreneurs. There is no dedicated digital nomad visa programme. Standard work visas and the Skilled Migrant Category residence visa are available. New Zealand has a Working Holiday Visa scheme with many countries. Visitors from visa-waiver countries can stay up to 3 months without a visa.
This content is educational and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Always consult a qualified professional for your specific situation. Data last verified March 2026.