Your Guide to Investing in Wānaka from Abroad
Your Guide to Investing in Wānaka from Abroad
We’re here to make buying property in New Zealand as an overseas investor clear and manageable.
We’re here to make buying property in New Zealand as an overseas investor clear and manageable.
We’re here to make buying property in New Zealand as an overseas investor clear and manageable.


Understanding the Overseas Investment Office (OIO)
Understanding the Overseas Investment Office (OIO)
Understanding the Overseas Investment Office (OIO)
The Overseas Investment Act 2005 restricts the purchase of residential land in New Zealand by "overseas persons." An overseas person is generally a non-citizen or non-resident. New Zealand, Australian, and Singaporean citizens can buy property without restriction. For all other nationalities, consent from the OIO is likely required.
Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only. The rules are complex and can change. We will connect you with a trusted New Zealand lawyer specializing in overseas investment who will handle the application process on your behalf.
The Overseas Investment Act 2005 restricts the purchase of residential land in New Zealand by "overseas persons." An overseas person is generally a non-citizen or non-resident. New Zealand, Australian, and Singaporean citizens can buy property without restriction. For all other nationalities, consent from the OIO is likely required.
Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only. The rules are complex and can change. We will connect you with a trusted New Zealand lawyer specializing in overseas investment who will handle the application process on your behalf.
The Overseas Investment Act 2005 restricts the purchase of residential land in New Zealand by "overseas persons." An overseas person is generally a non-citizen or non-resident. New Zealand, Australian, and Singaporean citizens can buy property without restriction. For all other nationalities, consent from the OIO is likely required.
Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only. The rules are complex and can change. We will connect you with a trusted New Zealand lawyer specializing in overseas investment who will handle the application process on your behalf.
Our All-Inclusive Process
Our All-Inclusive Process
We act as your dedicated guide throughout the entire process. From our initial consultation where we discuss your investment goals and residency status, to connecting you with our network of specialist legal, financial, and tax partners, we're with you every step of the way.
We find properties that align with your OIO eligibility, manage all due diligence on your behalf, and ensure any sale and purchase agreement is conditional on obtaining OIO consent to protect your investment. We then coordinate with all parties to ensure a seamless settlement.
We act as your dedicated guide throughout the entire process. From our initial consultation where we discuss your investment goals and residency status, to connecting you with our network of specialist legal, financial, and tax partners, we're with you every step of the way.
We find properties that align with your OIO eligibility, manage all due diligence on your behalf, and ensure any sale and purchase agreement is conditional on obtaining OIO consent to protect your investment. We then coordinate with all parties to ensure a seamless settlement.
We act as your dedicated guide throughout the entire process. From our initial consultation where we discuss your investment goals and residency status, to connecting you with our network of specialist legal, financial, and tax partners, we're with you every step of the way.
We find properties that align with your OIO eligibility, manage all due diligence on your behalf, and ensure any sale and purchase agreement is conditional on obtaining OIO consent to protect your investment. We then coordinate with all parties to ensure a seamless settlement.
Sally Currie
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
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