Provisional Innovation
For business owners looking to launch a venture in Australia. The 188E visa is a 5-year temporary pathway that leads to permanent residency through creative ideas and outside funding.
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5 Year Duration
Nomination
State/Territory
Funding
AUD 200,000
Residency
Pathway to 888
Family
Subsequent Entrants
Entrepreneur Visa
Entrepreneurs with creative ideas and outside funding should apply for the 188E Business visa.
Entrepreneurs with creative ideas and outside funding should apply for the 188E Business visa. Only those who have been nominated by an Australian state or territory government are eligible for the 5-year temporary visa. For business owners looking to launch a venture in Australia, there is the Business Innovation Stream Entrepreneur Subclass 188E visa.
The 188E visa is only valid for a short period of time, but after five years of successful investment management, it can lead to permanent residency in Australia. If you apply for a visa while in Australia, but you can also do so from abroad, you will need a substantive visa or a bridging A, B, or C visa.
Benefits of Entrepreneur Visa
Business Freedom
Start a brand-new company from scratch or buy an existing one that fits your background.
Domestic Fees
Primary and secondary school students classified as domestic to avoid high international fees.
Family Support
Your partner is granted an open Work Visa, allowing them to work for any company.
Global Access
Travel to, entry into, and residence in Australia for up to five years with multiple entries.
Invest & Operate
Operate a business and make significant investments in the Australian economy.
Family Inclusion
Bring eligible members of your family with you as subsequent entrants.
PR Pathway
Apply for a permanent Business Innovation and Investment (subclass 888) visa.
New Zealand Opportunity
Partner work visa benefits extend to New Zealand employment opportunities.
Visa Criteria
Age Limit
Unless selected by a State or Territory Government for providing an "exceptional economic benefit", you must be younger than 55.
Program Details
Only those recommended by an Australian State/Territory government are eligible. Applicants must submit a SkillSelect Expression of Interest (EOI).
Location
Applications can be submitted while in Australia or from abroad. If in Australia, you need a substantive visa or bridging A, B, or C visa.
Duration & Condition
The initial provisional visa is valid for 5 years. This provides ample time to establish your company and settle in Australia.
- Hold Entrepreneur Visa for at least 2 years
- Sponsorship by a state or territory government
- Established company operations in Australia
- Apply for permanent subclass 888 visa
Travel Privileges
Multiple entries permitted. You are free to leave and return to Australia as often as you like while the visa is valid. (Note: Stay outside Australia does not prolong the visa duration).
Meet Your Obligations
Successful entrepreneurial endeavours are measured through key performance indicators acknowledged by the State or Territory government agency.
Employment
Quantity of permanent residents and citizens employed.
Funding
How much and how the activities are being funded and invested in on a continuing basis.
Volume
The total volume of business operations each year.
Recognition
Any recognition of successful endeavors by a start-up accelerator, incubator, or Govt agency.
Apply for PR
Transition to permanent residence through the subclass 888 Entrepreneur stream once conditions are met.
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