To get a New Zealand business visa via acquisition, a buyer must invest at least NZD 1 million in an existing business, actively manage it, and create at least one full-time job for a local employee.

To get a New Zealand business visa through buying an existing business, you typically need to invest at least NZD 1 million (or NZD 2 million for a faster residency path) and create at least one new full-time job for a local. Meeting these requirements shows Immigration NZ that your investment supports the economy and gives you confidence that your move is on solid ground.