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Visa for experienced business people establishing or purchasing businesses in NZ.
Varies
Min. income
Varies
Application fee
Not specified
Processing time
Up to 3 years
Stay duration
Entrepreneur Work Visa is a startup route in New Zealand for relocation and residency planning. Visa for experienced business people establishing or purchasing businesses in NZ. NomadIndex tracks minimum income, fees, processing time and renewal flags from linked reference sources (Estimate only).
Entrepreneur Work Visa is a New Zealand startup program listed in NomadIndex's mobility dataset. It is intended for founders, freelancers and remote workers comparing visa and residency options — not a guarantee of eligibility.
Overview based on publicly available information — not a complete application checklist.
| Requirement level | Very high |
| Visa type | Startup |
| Minimum income | Varies |
| Application fee | Varies |
| Processing time | Not specified |
| Stay duration | Up to 3 years |
Minimum capital investment required; business plan assessed.
Tax treatment varies by individual circumstances. Consult a qualified tax advisor before relocating.
Confirm all requirements directly with the issuing authority.
www.immigration.govt.nz
Last checked: January 30, 2026
This link is provided for reference. NomadIndex has not independently verified that all figures match the current official requirements.
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Dataset last reviewed: June 2026
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