New Zealand's relaxed golden visa rules attract record applications from wealthy Americans seeking residency alternatives ...

Some Caribbean islands are offering citizenship-by-investment programs starting at $200,000. The program is attracting ...

The visa is set to become "simpler and more flexible," Immigration Minister Erica Stanford said. New Zealand's economy has struggled in recent years, with a recession and rising unemployment in 2024.

Golden Visa programs are booming as U.S. citizens seek second passports, with shifting rules, rising demand, and growing political pushback worldwide.

Tourists take in the view of Auckland, New Zealand, after the rain from atop Mt. Eden, a dormant volcano also know by its Maori name, Maungawhau, on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. ©AP Photo/Adam Schreck ...

New Zealand is simplifying its so-called “golden visa” program, including removing an English language requirement, to attract wealthy immigrants and help spark an economic recovery. From ...

“New applications under the scheme represent a potential NZ$845 million (US$503 million) of new investment in New Zealand business.” In a statement, Stanford said the government had received ...

Finance Minister Nicola Willis says Cabinet will likely make a decision in the coming weeks around allowing foreign investors ...

Golden visa applicants are pouring millions into managed funds, with private credit and debt funds devouring the lion’s share ...

The Active Investor Plus Visa that historically lured rich individuals to New Zealand and raked in an average NZ$1 billion (US$580 million) a year has languished after rule changes in 2022. Just ...

New Zealand's relaxed 'golden visa' rules spark surge in U.S. investor interest, drawing NZ$845 million in potential investments within three months.