Business Investor Visa (BIV) – South Island NZ
I’m representing a pre-qualified investor client seeking to secure New Zealand residency via the Business Investor Visa (BIV) by acquiring a suitable South Island business.
BIV minimum criteria:
– Investment of NZD $1,000,000+ in an established business
– Business must have been trading for at least 5 years
– Must employ 5 or more full-time equivalent (FTE) permanent staff
– Business must be lawful, operating, and compliant with NZ standards
– Buyer must actively operate the business post-acquisition
Excluded business categories include (but are not limited to):
– Fast-food or quick-service outlets
– Convenience stores or small corner shops
– Franchises
– Gambling or adult entertainment businesses
– Immigration services and similar restricted sectors
If you’re considering selling, or know a business that fits this description in the South Island, let’s connect. This is a confidential, serious buyer looking to make a strategic acquisition that meets NZ residence requirements.
