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New Zealand - DOING BUSINESS |
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Local business incentives
There are no real aids or incentives to set up a business in New Zealand. However, the country offers considerable advantages and all sectors offer investment possibilities. The dynamism of this country attracts an increasing number of foreign investors. New Zealand is a market with more than 3 million consumers. Finally, the country offers the opportunity to tap other big markets, such as Australia which is its main partner, and Asia.
Further information is available within the New Zealand Trade Board and the Overseas Investment Commission.
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Legal forms of companies
| Form |
Number of partners/shareholders |
Minimum and/or maximum capital |
Liability |
Registration fee |
Release of financial documents |
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Private Limited Company.
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Minimum 2 and maximum 25
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No minimum capital.
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Liability is limited to the amount contributed.
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About NZD 360, notary's fees not included.
Total expenses are about NZD 3,000.
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N/A
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Public Limited Company.
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Minimum 7
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No minimum capital.
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Liability is limited to the amount contributed.
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About NZD 360, notary's fees not included.
Total expenses are about NZD 3,000.
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N/A
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Registration and licensing procedures
Companies' registration procedures in New Zealand are made with the Trade Register where the company is going to set up.
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Foreign exchange control
There are no exchange controls in New Zealand. Free repatriation of capital and profits is carried out.
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Regulations concerning equity investment
A majority holding interest in the of a local company by a foreign investor is legal in New Zealand.
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FDI inflows in New-Zealand
| FDI inflows (millions US$) |
2000 |
2001 |
2002 |
World rank |
| Foreign Direct Investments (F.D.I.) |
738
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2445
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2441
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37
/ 196 |
| Sources : UNCTAD Database FDI/TNC |
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December 2003
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