Head to head
New Zealand vs Singapore
Three key differences
- Different status types: New Zealand grants long-term residence, Singapore grants permanent residence — usually not the same decision.
- Indicative total: New Zealand runs $4,503,500 below Singapore.
- Residency: New Zealand at 7 d/yr vs Singapore at 0 d/yr.
Field
New Zealand
Singapore
Status type
Long-term residence
Permanent residence
Min. investment
$3,000,000
$7,500,000
Government & due diligence
$4,000
$7,500
Service fee
$500–$8,000, by program
$500–$8,000, by program
Indicative total (1 applicant)
$3,004,000
$7,507,500
Timeline
6–12 mo
9–12 mo
Residency
7 d/yr
0 d/yr
Visit required
Yes
Yes
Eligible family
配偶 + 24岁以下子女
配偶 + 21岁以下未婚子女
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.