Active Investor Plus (AIP) Growth Investor Visa
A strategic pathway to New Zealand residency through innovation-focused investment
The AIP Growth Investor Visa offers global investors a chance to secure residency in New Zealand while backing the cutting-edge companies shaping the country’s technology future.
It’s a gateway to a second base in one of the most stable, beautiful, and innovation-driven countries in the world.
Our Latest Fund
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Eligible Under the AIP Growth Investor Visa - Momentum is Outset’s high-conviction opportunity fund.
We back New Zealand’s breakout deep tech winners as they scale globally.
Momentum Fund is now open and we are engaging with a select group of institutional and family office investors.
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Why Consider New Zealand as Your Second Home?
A Connected Global Platform
Positioned between Asia and the Pacific, New Zealand enables seamless access to international markets and cross-border opportunities.
A Lifestyle Few Countries Can Match
Clean air, natural landscapes, safety, and a welcoming culture make New Zealand one of the world’s most desirable places to live and work.
A Thriving Innovation Environment
With strong rule of law, a transparent business climate, and increasing government support for advanced industries, New Zealand offers a powerful base for innovation-led investors.
AIP Offers Investors:
A structured pathway to residency
Access to vetted innovation and growth-stage opportunities
Flexible requirements for time spent in New Zealand
The opportunity to directly support the development of globally relevant technologies
What is the Active Investor Plus (AIP) Visa?
The AIP Visa is New Zealand’s premier investor-migration pathway. It enables sophisticated investors to secure residency by backing high-value, innovation-driven companies and funds.
Investing into the Momentum Fund counts directly toward your AIP investment requirements.
Why choose Momentum for your AIP investment?
Momentum Fund gives AIP investors exposure to New Zealand’s strongest deep-tech pipeline - advanced manufacturing, energy tech, biotech, climate tech, and frontier science.
By investing through Momentum, you meet AIP criteria while accessing the companies shaping the next generation of global industries.
Is Momentum Fund AIP-eligible?
Yes. Momentum Fund is an officially AIP-eligible managed fund, which means your investment is fully recognised for AIP visa purposes under the growth-investment category.
How much do I need to invest through Momentum?
Under the AIP scheme:
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NZ$5 million minimum in Growth Investments for 3 years, or
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NZ$10 million minimum in the Balanced Investment pathway for 5 years
Investing in Momentum qualifies under both pathways depending on your allocation strategy.
What benefits does Momentum offer AIP investors beyond residency?
Momentum provides:
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Access to high-growth deep-tech companies backed by Outset Ventures’ track record
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Professional fund management with sector expertise
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Portfolio visibility and engagement opportunities
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Co-investment access to follow-on rounds
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Integration into New Zealand’s leading innovation ecosystem
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Exposure to frontier technologies not available on public markets
Your capital doesn’t just meet visa criteria - it positions you at the centre of New Zealand’s technology future.
What types of companies does Momentum invest in?
Momentum focuses exclusively on high-potential New Zealand deep-tech ventures, including:
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Energy & Green Transformation
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Circular Economy & Advanced Materials
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Robotics & Automation
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Climate & Industrial Technologies
These are companies tackling global challenges with defensible IP and scalable pathways.
Can I engage directly with founders and portfolio companies?
Yes. Momentum is built on meaningful ecosystem access. Investors may be offered:
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Founder meet-and-greets
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Deep-dive portfolio sessions
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Site visits to labs and research facilities
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Opportunities to advise or partner where appropriate
AIP investors often add significant strategic value - and Momentum accelerates those connections.
Can my family be included in the AIP application?
Yes. Your partner and dependent children (up to age 24) can be included, and they receive residency alongside you.
How long does the AIP process take?
Most investors progress to residency within 12–18 months, depending on due diligence and immigration processing timelines.
Do I need to live in New Zealand full-time?
No. AIP offers flexible residency requirements. You must spend a minimum number of days in New Zealand during your investment period, but full relocation isn’t required.
Many investors use AIP to build a strategic second base they can grow into at their own pace.
How do I start the AIP process through Momentum?
You can begin by:
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Speaking with our investment team
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Determining your AIP pathway and allocation
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Reviewing Momentum’s fund documentation
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Starting immigration preparation with your advisor
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Making your eligible investment once approved
We guide investors through the full journey - from eligibility to execution.
