The New Zealand Innovative Partnerships program is for helping research and development intensive businesses connect, collaborate and invest in New Zealand. The Innovative Partnerships program can connect you with New Zealand’s vibrant innovation network and help you navigate its system of support. Investors who participate in the New Zealand Innovative Partnership program by investing in companies and establishments that contribute towards research and development can gain permanent residency in New Zealand, either by investing at least 3 million New Zealand dollars in New Zealand over a period of four years, or by investing 10 million New Zealand dollars in New Zealand over a period of three years. The New Zealand Trade and Enterprise helps investors find and capitalize on investment opportunities in New Zealand.
