On the Invest NZ Acceptable Managed Funds List NZ Investor Visa: Growth Category
Blossum Wholesale Investment Fund

Invest In New Zealand. Trusted Country, Stable Economy.

Put your capital to work in one of the world’s most transparent and well-governed economies*, through loans secured over New Zealand property, earning monthly distributions, in an Invest NZ approved fund under the NZ Investor Visa (Growth Category). Eligible non-resident investors pay 1.44%* tax on NZ-source interest income by investing into a NZ PIE fund.

* New Zealand is ranked in the top 5 globally for transparency. Source: Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index 2023. New Zealand is widely regarded for stability, transparency and strong governance. Source: World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators. The 1.44% rate applies to NZ-source interest income for eligible Notified Foreign Investors in a foreign variable-rate PIE; full criteria and IRD source appear in the tax section below.

Private Credit
Fund Type
NZ SME Lending
75%
Weighted Average LVR Cap
Across the loan portfolio
1st + 2nd
Mortgage Security
+ GSA where applicable
Monthly
Distributions
Paid from fund income
1.44%*
Tax Rate
Eligible non-residents only
Official Recognition

Approved for the NZ Investor Visa: Growth Category

The Blossum Wholesale Investment Fund is included on Invest New Zealand’s Acceptable Managed Funds list, confirming the Fund qualifies as an acceptable investment under the NZ Investor Visa Growth Category.

An investor migrant can provide the Invest NZ approval confirmation as evidence of an acceptable investment at visa application, no separate fund-level approval required.

Verify approval on nzte.govt.nz
Invest New Zealand
Acceptable Managed Fund: Approved
Assessed and approved by the Invest NZ AIP Committee as meeting the criteria in Appendix 15 to the Immigration New Zealand Instructions for the Active Investor Plus visa.
Invest NZ Approved Growth Category
Added 10 March 2026 · Private Credit · NZ Fund
How It Works

NZ SME Private Credit: Simply Explained

Capital is deployed as loans to New Zealand small and medium businesses, supporting real-economy growth, employment and productivity, aligned with the NZ Investor Visa mandate for genuine economic contribution.

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NZ SME Private Credit
Capital pooled and deployed as secured loans to established NZ SMEs. Loans are secured by registered first or second mortgages over NZ property, assessed deal by deal.
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Conservative Risk Controls
Portfolio weighted average LVR capped at 75%. Max 5% per borrower. Max 20% per sector after 12 months. Conservative valuation review and active loan monitoring throughout.
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Monthly Distributions
Monthly distributions throughout the full NZ Investor Visa investment period, not just at maturity. Regular reporting on portfolio composition, credit quality and performance.
Tax Advantage

Eligible Non-Resident Investors Pay 1.44%* Tax on NZ Interest Income

Through New Zealand’s PIE (Portfolio Investment Entity) fund structure, non-resident investors who register as Notified Foreign Investors (NFI) are taxed at 1.44%* on NZ-source interest income. Eligible non-residents only.

This rate is set under New Zealand law and applies specifically to interest income earned in a qualifying PIE fund. The Blossum Wholesale Investment Fund is structured as a PIE.

View IRD source: Non-residents’ PIE income
PIE Tax Rates: Non-Resident Investors
Offshore income
0%
NZ-source interest income THIS FUND
1.44%*
NZ dividends (DTA country)
15%
Other NZ income
28%
Source: Inland Revenue NZ, Non-residents’ PIE income. Rates apply to Notified Foreign Investors in a foreign variable-rate PIE.
Who Qualifies

Non-residents who are not NZ tax residents, not a controlled foreign company, not a non-resident trustee of an NZ trust, and not a foreign investment fund in respect of which a New Zealand resident has an income interest of 10% or more.

How to Register

Notify the fund that you are a Notified Foreign Investor and provide your full name, date of birth, home country address, and your country’s tax identification number (TIN). Our team assists you through onboarding.

What It Means in Practice

As a simplified example: if you are a Notified Foreign Investor, on a NZD $5M investment, NZ-sourced interest attributable to you is taxed at 1.44%* and paid at the fund level. The distributions to you are not subject to further NZ tax; and no NZ income tax return is required for this income.

* Important, eligible non-residents only: The 1.44% rate applies to NZ-source interest income for investors who qualify as Notified Foreign Investors (NFIs) in a foreign variable-rate PIE under New Zealand tax law. To qualify, you must not be a NZ tax resident, a controlled foreign company, a non-resident trustee of a NZ trust, or connected to a NZ resident holding ≥10% income interest in the fund. Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances. Seek independent tax advice in your country of residence before investing. View IRD source ↗
Investment Strategy

Secured Lending Across New Zealand’s Real Economy

100% NZD-denominated private credit financing to productive NZ businesses, no direct overseas market exposure, meeting the NZ Investor Visa Growth Category acceptable investment criteria.

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First & Second Ranking Mortgages
Secured by registered mortgages over NZ residential and commercial property, plus General Security Agreements (GSA) where applicable.
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100% New Zealand Focus
All assets and income in NZD. No direct overseas exposure. Directly aligned with NZ Investor Visa objectives for genuine economic contribution to New Zealand.
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Productive Sectors Only
The Fund’s sector focus includes (but is not limited to) technology, manufacturing, food & beverage, renewable energy, aged care, primary sectors, infrastructure, film, health and education.
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Disciplined Credit Assessment
Robust credit assessment, conservative valuation review and serviceability & exit-strategy validation on each loan. Active monitoring throughout the full term.
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Regular Monthly Distributions
Monthly distributions throughout the NZ Investor Visa investment period, accrued daily on your invested capital.
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Transparent Reporting
Regular reporting on portfolio composition, credit quality, arrears, loan performance and distributions, clearly documented and accessible.
Portfolio Controls

How We Manage Portfolio Risk

Strict portfolio construction rules, monitored by the Investment Committee on a regular basis.

Portfolio weighted average LVR cap
75%
Maximum single borrower exposure
5%
Maximum sector exposure (after 12 months)
20%
Typical loan term
12 to 24 mo
Fund Exclusions

To maintain a disciplined strategy the Fund excludes:

Consumer lending of any kind
Unsecured lending
Property development or passive real estate investment
Overseas companies or markets
Activities that may prejudice New Zealand’s international reputation
Governance

Investment Committee: formal portfolio oversight and regular review

Independent Advisory Board: deep credit and governance expertise

Clearly defined delegated authority framework

Active monitoring: risk metrics, diversification and compliance reviewed regularly

Investor Eligibility

NZ Investor Visa Pathways

The Blossum Wholesale Investment Fund is an acceptable investment under both NZ Investor Visa categories. Choose the pathway that fits your investment level and lifestyle requirements.

Growth Category
NZD $5M
Visa Min. ($1M into Blossum)
36 Months
Hold Period
21 Days
NZ Presence
6 Months
To Invest
Pathway to New Zealand residence, subject to Immigration NZ criteria
21 days minimum presence in NZ across 3 years
Earn monthly distributions throughout the investment period
Invest NZ approved fund, no separate fund-level approval required
No upper age limit, no annual cap on visas
Important: Consult a licensed NZ immigration adviser. Visa requirements may change. Information current as at March 2026.
Balanced Category
NZD $10M
Visa Min. ($1M into Blossum)
60 Months
Hold Period
105 Days
NZ Presence*
6 Months
To Invest
All Growth Category investments including this Fund
NZ Government & local government bonds
NZ corporate bonds
NZ property development (new residential or commercial)
Broader portfolio flexibility for larger capital bases
Note: * 105 days can be reduced by 14 days for each additional NZD $1M invested in Growth category assets (up to 42 days reduction, minimum 63 days). Consult a licensed NZ immigration adviser for personalised guidance.
How Investors Structure Their Visa Investment

The minimum investment in the Blossum Wholesale Investment Fund is NZD $1M. The full NZ Investor Visa Growth Category requirement is NZD $5M; investors can allocate their full $5M to Blossum, or spread across multiple approved funds for diversification. Our team can walk you through the options. Seek independent financial and immigration advice for your circumstances.

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Your Path to New Zealand Starts Here.

Request the Information Memorandum, review full fund details, returns, risk factors and subscription terms. Our team will personally guide you through every step of the NZ Investor Visa investment process.

We have Cantonese and Mandarin-speaking Investment Managers available to talk you through the Fund in your language.

Invest NZ approved
1.44%* tax, eligible non-residents only
Monthly distributions
NZ Investor Visa Growth Category approved

Wholesale investors only. Returns are not guaranteed and may vary. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance, and capital is at risk. * The 1.44% rate applies to eligible Notified Foreign Investors only; full criteria and IRD source in the tax section above. T&Cs apply.

1.44%*
Tax rate, eligible non-residents only
NZD $5M
NZ Investor Visa Growth Category minimum investment
21 Days
Minimum NZ presence over 3 years
75%
Portfolio weighted average LVR cap, property-backed security
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