Temporary Retirement Visitor Visa in New Zealand

Temporary Retirement Visitor Visa · New Zealand visa route

longTerm · last reviewed 2026-08-08 · all New Zealand routes

A temporary visitor route for applicants aged 66 or older who make a qualifying investment in New Zealand.

Important notes

• Be aged 66 or older and invest at least NZD 750,000 in New Zealand.
• Show at least NZD 500,000 available for the stay and annual income of at least NZD 60,000.
• Provide health, character, insurance, and lawful-source-of-funds evidence.
• This is a temporary retirement visitor route, not permanent residence and not a work route.
• It is separate from the Parent Retirement Resident Visa.

Official source

Official source: Immigration New Zealand

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Visa rules change frequently. This page is a research guide, not legal advice. Confirm current requirements with the official source before applying.