This policy is designed for those who have the ability to demonstrate that they have been actively participating in business in New Zealand and thereby contributing to New Zealand's economic development.

This category follows on from the Long Term Business Visa (temporary) category for applicants who have established or purchased a business in New Zealand or made a substantial investment.

Applicants are required to demonstrate
They have successfully established a business in New Zealand for 2 years and the business is benefiting in New Zealand in some way.

The business will be considered to benefit New Zealand if it promotes New Zealand's economic growth through:

• Introducing new technology, management or technical skills or
• Introducing new products or services or
• Developing new export markets or
• Creating employment other than employing the applicant or
• Re-vitalising an existing business

Applicants are required to meet the minimum standard of English. (IELTS Level4)

On approval applicants are required to pay a settlement information fee and migrant levy.

1. Establishment of Business

• Certificates of Incorporation
• Audited accounts
• GST records
• Other tax records

2. Documentary Evidence that business in benefiting NNew Zealand

• Audited accounts
• Export/import documentation
• Employment records

Medical clearances are required as for Skilled Migrants Category .
Police clearances are required as for Skilled Migrants Category .

For further information contact bob@ivisalaw.co.nz