188C (Significant Investment) Visa

Significant Investment Opportunity:

The 188C (Significant Investment) Visa is tailored for individuals prepared to invest AUD$5 million into complying investments in Australia. This visa allows engagement in investment activities and potential eligibility for a permanent Business Innovation & Investment (Permanent) visa (subclass 888) through the Significant Investor stream.

Features:

• Conduct investment activity in Australia.
• Potential to apply for a permanent Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) visa (subclass 888) Significant Investor stream, subject to meeting specific criteria.
• No upper age limit, English language requirement, or points tests.
• Possibility of two extensions, each for 2 years, if extension requirements are met.
• Lower residence requirement for 888 Permanent visa applications (40 days per year for the main applicant or 180 days for the spouse).

Eligibility:

• Be invited to apply for this visa.
• Be nominated by a State or Territory government agency or Austrade to invest at least AUD5 million that meets specific requirements and demonstrate a genuine intention to hold the investment for the visa’s duration.
• Have a genuine intention to live in the State or Territory whose government agency nominates you.