The government is overhauling its wealthy migrant policy.
The new system means applicants will have to invest at least $15 million over three years or just $5 million if the funds go directly to a New Zealand business.
Investors will also have to spend roughly four months over four years in the country, about a month longer than now.
Henley and Partners in London specialise in citizenship by investment.
Their New Zealand specialist and director of private clients Troy Hanley spoke to Susie Ferguson.