Be part of the community shaping Aotearoa’s financial technology future.
Financial technology is transforming the way New Zealanders borrow, save, spend, invest, and insure. FinTechNZ brings together the full spectrum of the ecosystem — from fintech startups and major banks to investors, regulators, and innovators — to connect, promote, and advance New Zealand’s fintech sector for the benefit of all Aotearoa.
With more than 160 member organisations spanning the full fintech spectrum — from startups and SMEs to major financial institutions, Crown agencies, and technology providers — FinTechNZ is New Zealand’s most connected financial technology community. As part of Tech New Zealand, our reach extends across 16 communities and thousands of organisations nationwide.
Membership is not just access — it’s belonging to the heart of Aotearoa’s fintech community.
Why become a member of FinTechNZ?
1. Help shape the future of fintech in Aotearoa — FinTechNZ members have a direct voice in shaping New Zealand’s fintech agenda. Through policy submissions, regulatory engagement, and working groups, your perspectives reach government, regulators, and industry decision-makers. When it matters most — from open banking settings to consumer data rights — FinTechNZ members are in the room.
2. Stay ahead through insight and intelligence — Access world-class research and intelligence — including the Aotearoa New Zealand Open Banking Ecosystem Map & Report, the annual NZ Fintech Pulsecheck, and market guides covering the UK, Singapore, SE Asia, and the UAE. Stay ahead of regulatory change, technology trends, and market opportunities as they emerge.
3. Build the connections you need to grow — FinTechNZ puts you in the room with the people who matter — banks, insurers, investors, regulators, and innovators across the full ecosystem. Through the annual FinTech Hui Taumata, working groups, roundtables, and our international delegations, you’ll build the relationships that open doors and accelerate growth.
4. Raise your profile and tell your story — FinTechNZ membership signals credibility and commitment to the sector. Sponsor events, lead working groups, contribute to research, or present at the Hui Taumata — and gain visibility across industry, government, and the ecosystem. Our events, publications, and media reach give your story the audience it deserves.
5. Be part of something bigger — As a FinTechNZ member, you’re also part of Tech New Zealand — the united voice for technology in Aotearoa, spanning 16 connected communities. Together, we bring the full weight of Aotearoa’s tech ecosystem to ensure technology is shaped in ways that serve our people, our places, and our future.
What Membership Unlocks
Becoming a member gives you access to:
- Access to FinTechNZ’s national network of banks, fintechs, insurers, investors, regulators, and innovators
- Priority access to the FinTech Hui Taumata and FinTechNZ’s full events calendar
- International opportunities including our annual delegation to the Singapore FinTech Festival
- Contribution to government submissions, policy development, and regulatory reform — including open banking and CDR
- Cross-sector collaboration through WealthTech NZ, RegTech NZ, and Sustainable Finance working groups
- Visibility through FinTechNZ’s events, publications, communications channels, and thought leadership platforms
- Membership of Tech New Zealand — a connected network of 16 communities representing Aotearoa’s innovation economy
Membership connects you to a community grounded in shared purpose — where individual strengths become collective momentum for New Zealand’s fintech sector.
Ready to Join?
FinTechNZ welcomes organisations of all sizes and stages — from early-stage startups and SMEs to large corporates, financial institutions, government agencies, and individuals passionate about financial technology’s potential. If fintech matters to you, there’s a place for you here.
Explore our membership categories below and join us in shaping Aotearoa’s fintech future.
How to Join
1. Choose the membership category that best fits your organisation or individual circumstances.
2. Complete the online membership form with your details.
3. Receive confirmation and a welcome to the FinTechNZ community within a few working days.
Membership Structure
Membership fees are based on your organisation’s size and annual revenue. All staff within a member organisation are considered members of FinTechNZ.
FinTechNZ membership sits within the Tech New Zealand ecosystem. Members may bundle additional Tech New Zealand community memberships at a discounted rate.
| Level | Member Category | Criteria – Annual Revenues | Annual Fee | Multi-membership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Major Corporate | > $75m | $17,500 | $39,500 |
| B | Large Corporate | $50 – 75m | $11,500 | $16,500 |
| C | Medium Corporate Large Govt Agencies Large Education Agencies | $20 – 50m Ministries, Departments, University | $9,000 | $12,500 |
| D | Small Corporate Small Govt Agencies Small Education Agencies | $5 – 20m Small agencies, CRI, Polytech | $3,000 | $4,000 |
| E | Medium SME | $1 – 5m | $1,100 | +$275 each |
| F | Small SME | <$1m | $850 | +$215 each |
| G | Start-up | NZ-owned, < 3 years AND < $1m | $200 | +$200 each |
| H | Individual* | E.g. for students and self-employed people | $250 | N/A |
Note: All fees in New Zealand dollars, excluding GST, per annum. Membership fees are set by Tech New Zealand and apply across all communities.