Business & Investor Visas Australia

Unlock your pathway to Australia’s business ecosystem with our specialist migration lawyers and business visa consultants. We support international entrepreneurs, investors, founders and high-net-worth individuals looking to establish, scale, or relocate their commercial interests to Australia.

Our team provides strategic guidance across all temporary and permanent Business Innovation & Investment visas (188, 888) and Business Talent visas (132), delivering end-to-end handling for high-value business migration.

Business Innovation & Investment Program (BIIP) – Subclass 188

Australia’s Subclass 188 Visa includes several migration pathways for business owners and investors seeking entry into the Australian market.

1. Business Innovation Stream

A provisional visa for experienced business operators.
Approved for up to 4 years and 3 months, with an opportunity to extend and later transition to permanent residency (Subclass 888).

Key requirements include:

• Minimum 65 points on the business visa points test

• Existing business turnover of AUD $500,000+ for at least 2 of the last 4 years

• Minimum AUD $800,000 in net business and personal assets

• State/Territory nomination required
  

2. Investor Stream

For applicants with strong investment portfolios.

Requirements include:

• Minimum AUD $1.5 million investment into a designated State/Territory

• Minimum 65 points via the points test

• Demonstrated successful investment history

• Minimum AUD $2.25 million in net assets

• Leads to permanent residency if provisional obligations are met
  

3. Significant Investor Stream (SIV)

A flexible, high-value pathway for applicants investing AUD $5 million into complying Australian investments.

Highlights:

• No points test

• Broad investment choice

• 4-year provisional visa with PR pathway

• State/Territory or Austrade nomination required
  

4. Premium Investor Stream

For ultra-high-net-worth applicants investing AUD $15 million in compliant investments or philanthropic contributions.

• Not points-tested

• Offers streamlined access to permanent residency

• Austrade nomination required

5. Entrepreneur Stream

For individuals funded to develop innovative business ideas in Australia.

Requirements include:

• Minimum AUD $200,000 in third-party funding

• Business plan and English language requirement

• State/Territory nomination

Business Innovation & Investment (Permanent) Visa – Subclass 888

Subclass 888 is the permanent stage of the program.

Eligible if you:

• Hold a Subclass 188 visa

• Have met all provisional business/investment requirements

• Continue operating an eligible Australian business or investment portfolio

We evaluate your eligibility and manage your transition to permanent residency.

Business Talent (Permanent) Visa – Subclass 132

A direct permanent residency visa for exceptional business leaders.

Significant Business History Stream

For established business owners with proven success.

Eligibility snapshot:

• Minimum AUD $1.5 million net personal and business assets

• Minimum AUD $3 million annual business turnover for 2 of the last 4 years

• Minimum AUD $400,000 ownership interest

• State/Territory nomination required

Venture Capital Entrepreneur Stream

Permanent residency for founders who secure AUD $1 million+ in venture capital funding from an approved Australian Investment Council (AIC) member.

Important Notice

This information provides general guidance only and is not legal or migration advice. Eligibility depends on your specific circumstances. Contact our office for tailored advice.

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