BUSINESS MIGRATION

Australia’s economy has been performing brilliantly, growth is strong, the terms of trade are at record levels, and the Aussie dollar is strong.   Due to our strong economy and high standard of living, Australia is an attractive place to work, invest and Live the Australian Dream.

If you have a background in business management or high-level investment activities and are interested in investing in Australia, starting up a new business in Australia or purchasing an ownership interest in an existing Australian business, you and your family may be eligible for permanent residence status under Australia's business migration program.

 Business Owner Visa

 Business owner visas allow people with a significant ownership interest in an established medium to large size business overseas to migrate to Australia and to set up or invest in a business here.

 Senior Executive Visas

A visa may be granted to senior executives with management experience in a large overseas corporation, this would enable the recipient to be granted permanent residence in Australia under this visa category. Once in Australia, they are expected to establish or make a significant investment in an Australian business.

Investment Visas

Investment-Linked visas are granted to applicants who are willing to make a substantial investment in an Australian Government Security for a fixed term. To be eligible to apply for this visa you must have experience in making business investments and have access to substantial capital. Once they have migrated to Australia, visa holders are expected to engage in some form of business or investment activity.

Existing Business in Australia

If you already have an established and significant ownership interest in an Australian business, and would be willing to take-up residence in Australia for at least nine months in order to take an active role in the management of that business. This category of business migration requires the least capital outlay.

Business Visitor Visas

This visa is available for those who wish to visit Australia for 3 months or less to attend business meetings or to explore business opportunities.

Upon being granted a visa that enables permanent residency, you will receive immediate entitlement to public healthcare, administered through a Government scheme called Medicare. Children aged 6-18 will be eligible to attend public (government-funded) schools in Australia. After expiration of a two year waiting period, you are entitled to receive social security payments, including sickness and unemployment benefits.

After living in Australia for at least two years as a permanent resident, you are entitled to apply for Australian citizenship, or you can continue to retain your current citizenship. Once you are an Australian citizen, you can vote in Federal, State or Local government elections, stand for election as a candidate in these elections and work for the Australian Public Service or Defence Force.

If you are interested in coming to Australia as a Business or investment migrant please contact our Business Investment advisor.