Making an Application

Find out about applications for consent to invest in sensitive New Zealand assets, and find resources published by the Overseas Investment Office (OIO).

The Overseas Investment Office is reviewing the appropriateness of "land purchasing programme” applications which involve a series of closely related transactions that are treated substantially as one.  Until this review is completed the Overseas Investment Office will not be accepting any further "land purchasing programme” applications.

Technical resources

The OIO publishes a set of technical resources to help interpret the legislation and outline the OIO’s approach. You can also find related forms, templates and diagrams. more...

Frequently asked questions

Find answers to common enquiries about overseas persons, applications and sensitive land. more...

Application assessment & timeframes

Learn about assessment processing, timeframes for decisions, and lapsing applications. more...

Fees

Check the current schedule of fees and charges for applications and administrative services. more...

Privacy / Confidentiality

Applications submitted to the OIO are a public record. However, the OIO may withhold information contained in an application, or the existence of an application. more...

OIO glossary and index

Use the OIO glossary and index as a guide to the website content. more...