Head to head
New Zealand vs Thailand
Three key differences
- Indicative total: Thailand runs $2,502,500 below New Zealand.
- Upper timeline: Thailand is 9 months shorter than New Zealand.
- Residency: New Zealand at 7 d/yr vs Thailand at 0 d/yr.
Field
New Zealand
Thailand
Status type
Long-term residence
Long-term residence
Min. investment
$3,000,000
$500,000
Government & due diligence
$4,000
$1,500
Service fee
$500–$8,000, by program
$500–$8,000, by program
Indicative total (1 applicant)
$3,004,000
$501,500
Timeline
6–12 mo
2–3 mo
Residency
7 d/yr
0 d/yr
Visit required
Yes
Yes
Eligible family
配偶 + 24岁以下子女
配偶 + 20岁以下子女(每户至多 4 名家属)
Dual citizenship
N/A
N/A
Worldwide taxation
No
No
Quota & backlog
None
None
● Numerically favourable on that line. A number, not a recommendation — no program wins every line.
Figures reflect prevailing industry terms, compiled 2026-08-11. Rules and fees change without notice; official announcements and a case-by-case assessment govern. Totals exclude the service fee, which runs $500–$8,000 by program.