Visa for Entrepreneur in New Zealand
The Entrepreneur Work Visa is for those who wish to buy or set up their own business in the country. You are allowed to stay and work in New Zealand for a total of three years: one year during the startup phase and then two more years after proving you have set up your business.
Beware that this visa type can be expensive. Most visas for New Zealand tend to cost from 200 to 600 NZD (130 to 390 USD) overall, but the Entrepreneur Work Visa for most applicants costs 3,365 NZD (2190 USD) in total in fees on top of the 100k NZD (65k USD) you need to invest in the country
The application process for each temporary visa type may vary, but, in general, you will need to put in an expression of interest which includes a score point based on your age, work experience, qualification, and the job offer (if applicable). If you are selected, you can then make a full application. Applications are chosen only once a month.
Buisness Experience | Points |
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3+ years of Relevant Self Employment | 20 |
5+ years of Relevant Self Employment | 30 |
10+ years of Relevant Self Employment | 40 |
3+ years of Other Self Employment | 5 |
5+ years of Other Self Employment | 15 |
10+ years of Other Self Employment | 20 |
5+ years of Relevant Senior Management Experience | 5 |
10+ years of Relevant Senior Management Experience | 10 |
New full time employment creation | Points |
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10+ new full time positions for New Zealand citizens/residents | 80 |
5 new full time positions for New Zealand citizens/residents | 50 |
3 new full time positions for New Zealand citizens/residents | 30 |
2 new full time positions for New Zealand citizens/residents | 20 |
1 new full time positions for New Zealand citizens/residents | 10 |
Export buisness | Points |
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NZ$ 1,000,000 plus turnover | 80 |
NZ$ 750,000 plus turnover | 60 |
NZ$ 500,000 plus turnover | 40 |
NZ$ 400,000 plus turnover | 30 |
NZ$ 300,000 plus turnover | 20 |
NZ$ 200,000 plus turnover | 10 |
Excluding Working Capital | Points |
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NZ$ 1,000,000 | 80 |
NZ$ 750,000 | 60 |
NZ$ 500,000 | 50 |
NZ$ 400,000 | 30 |
NZ$ 300,000 | 20 |
NZ$ 200,000 | 10 |
less than NZ$ 200,000 | 0 |
Age | Points |
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24 and under | 15 |
25-29 | 20 |
30-39 | 20 |
40-49 | 20 |
50-59 | 10 |
60 and over | 0 |
Bonus | Points |
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Business outside Auckland | 40 |