Different Streams Of The 188 Visa
Different visa streams are available based on the type of business you plan to start or invest in.
Apply for a Business Innovation and Investment (subclass 188) visa
Applying for the Subclass 188B Investor Visa can be complex, but K1 Migration is here to help. Our experienced team will guide you through the entire process and ensure your investment meets visa requirements.
Step 1
Once you reach out to K1 Migration, we set up a discovery call to understand what your needs are and what Visa best suits you.
Step 2
From there, we will send you a Strategy proposal outlining the steps we will take to assist you in getting a Visa for you to sign off on.
Step 3
Now our team leaps into action, following immigration pathways, taking care of the paperwork and helping you through the entire application process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Subclass 188 Visa consists of five main streams tailored to different business and investment goals:
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Business Innovation Stream: For people with business ownership experience who want to establish, develop, or manage a new or existing business in Australia.
- Requires a minimum business turnover of AUD 750,000 and AUD 1.25 million in business and personal assets.
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Investor Stream: For individuals willing to invest at least AUD 2.5 million in Australian investments and maintain business or investment activities.
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Significant Investor Stream: For high-net-worth individuals who invest at least AUD 5 million in complying significant investments in Australia.
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Premium Investor Stream: For ultra-high-net-worth individuals nominated by Austrade who invest at least AUD 15 million in premium investments.
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Entrepreneur Stream: For individuals with an entrepreneurial idea backed by a funding agreement of at least AUD 200,000 from an approved entity to develop innovative ideas or commercial ventures.
Eligibility requirements vary by stream, but general requirements include:
- Nomination by an Australian state or territory government or Austrade.
- Demonstrated business success or investment experience.
- Meeting the minimum financial thresholds for the chosen stream.
- Aged under 55 years (age waivers may apply in some cases).
- Scoring at least 65 points on the Business Innovation and Investment Points Test (for certain streams).
- Meeting health and character requirements.
The Subclass 188 Visa allows you to stay in Australia for up to:
- 5 years for most streams (Business Innovation, Investor, and Significant Investor).
- 4 years and 3 months for the Entrepreneur Stream.
Visa holders can apply for an extension in certain streams or transition to the Subclass 888 Permanent Visa after meeting specific requirements.
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