Fast Track Provision.
The resident visa issued under this “Fast Track” provision will be conditional on the new New Zealand jobs continuing and the investment funds remaining in the business for at least 2 years from the date of the original investment.
There is a fast track provision for applicants who have:
Successfully established their business and have run it for six months,
Invested at least NZ$500,000 in that business,
Created at least 3 new full-time jobs for New Zealanders,
Good character and good health requirements can still be met.
Employees Of A Re-Locating Business.
When an overseas business, that will benefit New Zealand, re-locates to New Zealand, employees may be eligible for Residence where:
The proposed re-location has the support of the Ministry of Trade and Enterprise.
The employee(s) is (are) defined as "Key employee(s)".
Is (are) not eligible under any other policy.
Meet English requirements and is (are) of good health and character.
General Comments.
The intention of the Entrepreneur / Business work visa is to provide opportunities for migrants who want to back themselves in business. The focus is on self-employment and benefit to New Zealand.
There is an incentive fast track for stronger applicants. Although conditions may be attached to such a fast track visa for 2 years, it nevertheless enables the applicant and their family to enjoy the benefits of education and health care as residents.
Historically there has been a 75% or higher decline rate of the Entrepreneur visa. The initial planning and the final business outcome need to coordinate with immigration policy and policy interpretations. Relying on your business skills without taking experienced Immigration advice is very dangerous. You should work alongside experienced experts at Malcolm Pacific Immigration.