Whether you’re an international business owner looking for a new country to expand your operations or a foreign investor interested in investing in Australia, there are several visa options to help you achieve your goal. These include:
BIIP (subclass 188) – Provisional Visa for Entrepreneurs and Investors
The BIIP 188 visas offer a direct pathway to permanent residence after three years, subject to meeting certain residence and investment or business turnover requirements. This visa is available for foreign nationals who are nominated by a state or territory government and Austrade.
There are 5 categories of BIIP 188 visas:
Significant Investor stream – For applicants who are willing to commit at least AUD 5 million in complying Australian-managed investment funds for the duration of the provisional visa validity.
Premium Investor stream – For applicants who are prepared to invest at least AUD 15 million in Australian enterprises or in philanthropic contribution.
Venture Capital Entrepreneur Stream – For individuals who have at least AUD $1 million in venture capital funding from a member of the Australian Investment Council (AIC).
Business Skills ETA and E-Visas for Foreign Business Visitors
The eVisitor / ETA is a 100% electronic visa that’s linked to your passport and makes it easy for you to enter and exit the country. The online application process is fast and easy and you’ll usually receive a response to your ETA within a day or two.
Family visas are designed to reunite families, and our Melbourne based MARA registered migration agent Southern Stone can help you find the best family visa for your circumstances.
There are nine different classes and subclasses of family sponsored visas available to unite families. Each type of family visa comes with its own set of eligibility requirements, and they may be temporary or permanent.
The Contributory Parent (Subclass 143) is a permanent visa that allows parents to permanently live in Australia and be able to support their dependant children. This visa requires a Sponsor, who can be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen.
A Sponsor can be a family member or a friend, who can demonstrate that they have financial resources and are willing to provide a security bond. The Sponsor must also be able to meet health and character requirements.
Applicants can include their dependant children in their sponsorship application, but they must be under 18 years of age when the decision is made. If they are over 23 years of age then they will need to satisfy additional requirements in order to get a visa.
The application process for a family visa is complex and can be challenging, so it is recommended that you seek professional assistance. Our MARA registered migration agents in Melbourne can advise you on the best option for your situation and make sure you meet all of the necessary criteria to be successful. Contact us today to book your free consultation with our expert team!
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