Visas New Zealand wants to attract higher-value investors with new visa New business investor route to residency marks a pronounced shift in immigration policy iStock.com/BrianScantlebury Image John van der Luit-Drummond Editor-in-Chief Wednesday 03 September 2025 The New Zealand government has announced the closure of the failed Entrepreneur Work Visa and the launch of a new investor visa designed to attract high-value, experienced entrepreneurs to he Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Visas New Zealand tightens visa rules, citing unsustainable migration Visas New Zealand updates migrant exploitation protection visa Digital Nomads New Zealand relaxes visa rules to lure digital nomads Visas New Zealand updates accredited employer criteria, application process