In order to obtain a further work visa beyond initial 9 months under the Long Term Business Category, the visa holder must convince the immigration officials that he has taken reasonable and practical steps to implement the business proposed in the application as per the business plan submitted. When the officials are satisfied with the evidence that supports the applicant’s attempt to establish the business along with other requirements, the latter may be granted a further work visa which enables proper establishment of the proposed business in New Zealand.
Evidence to support that the principal applicant has taken proper and reasonable steps towards accomplishing his business plan may include the following:

• Evidence such as telegraphic transfer forms to support transfer of the investment capital from the applicant’ personal account to New Zealand through banking system; AND
• Documents such as a incorporation certificate to support the foundation of the business; AND
• Audited accounts; AND
• GST records, as well as other tax records; AND
• Documents to support the purchase or lease of business site in New Zealand; AND
• Documents such as invoices against the purchase of business equipment; AND

A business immigration expert may ask the principal applicant to provide more evidence than just the aforementioned depending on the case of applicant.

If you are interested in applying for a residence permit to New Zealand, mail following information ASAP at ajay@abhinav.com for a free of charge assessment by Ajay Sharma, principal consultant, ABHINAV.

• Your updated resume if skilled professional, or if businessmen, then brief on business profile along with information on your current personal net worth.
• If married, provide the resume for your spouse as well.
• If applicable, please provide information on children and their age.
• Information on any blood relatives residing in New Zealand. This is not a compulsory requirement to qualify for immigration to New Zealand, but serves as additional positive assessment and suitability factor.