Entrepreneur Resident Visa
Who it's for: People who have been self-employed in New Zealand for a set time and run a business that is trading profitably.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Job offer needed: No
- Language: speak and understand English
- Money to show: NZ$500,000
- Main fee: NZ$14,890
- Family can join: Yes
- Can lead to permanent residence: Yes
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | NZ$14,890 | — | immigration.govt.nzOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
| Money to show | NZ$500,000 | — | immigration.govt.nzOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
6 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Job offer neededNoOfficial wording
“You can apply for this visa if you have been self-employed in New Zealand at least 6 months, or have operated a self-employed business for 2 years on another visa.”
Languagespeak and understand EnglishOfficial wording
“speak and understand English”
Money to showNZ$500,000Official wording
“have invested capital of at least NZD $500,000 and have created 3 new jobs in New Zealand.”
Main feeNZ$14,890Official wording
“Cost From NZD $14890”
Family can joinYesOfficial wording
“include your partner, and dependent children aged 24 and younger, in your visa application.”
Can lead to permanent residenceYesOfficial wording
“An Entrepreneur Resident Visa lets you stay in New Zealand indefinitely.”
We have not yet recorded: Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Age limit; Salary threshold; Decision time; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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