Business & Investment Visas

Australia’s Business Innovation and Investment Program attracts successful business people who want to develop existing business interests or establish new enterprises. The program offers a clear pathway from provisional to permanent residence.

  • Multiple visa streams from $200,000 to $15 million investment

  • Clear pathway to permanent residence via subclass 888

  • State/territory government nomination required

  • Priority processing for significant investors

  • Include eligible family members in application

Visa Categories

  • 188A

    Subclass 188 - Business Innovation Stream (188A)

    For business owners wanting to establish or develop a business in Australia. Requires minimum AUD $200,000 investment.
  • 188B

    Subclass 188 - Investor Stream (188B)

    For investors making designated investments of at least AUD $2.5 million in Australian state or territory bonds.
  • 188C

    Subclass 188 - Significant Investor Stream (188C)

    For high net worth individuals investing AUD $5 million in complying investments. No age limit or points test.
  • 188D

    Subclass 188 - Premium Investor Stream (188D)

    For ultra high net worth individuals investing AUD $15 million. Fastest pathway with minimal residence requirements.
  • 188E

    Subclass 188 - Entrepreneur Stream (188E)

    For entrepreneurs with AUD $200,000 funding agreement from approved third party for innovative business ideas.
  • 888

    Subclass 888 - Permanent Residence

    The permanent visa pathway after successfully meeting 188 visa requirements. Your gateway to Australian permanent residency.

Key Benefits

  • Permanent Residency Pathway

    Clear progression from provisional 188 visa to permanent 888 visa after meeting requirements
  • Business Opportunities

    Access to Australia's stable economy, skilled workforce, and Asia-Pacific markets
  • Family Migration

    Include spouse/partner and dependent children under 25 in your application
  • World-Class Lifestyle

    Enjoy Australia's high quality of life, healthcare, and education systems
  • Travel Freedom

    Unrestricted travel in and out of Australia during visa validity
  • Citizenship Eligibility

    Pathway to Australian citizenship after meeting residence requirements

Requirements

Financial Documentation

General Requirements

Business Documentation