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Business & Investment Visa

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Bussiness visa

A Business Visa allows entrepreneurs, investors, and business professionals to enter Australia for business activities such as setting up operations, investing, or attending meetings and conferences. Clear Path Migration and Education Consultants provides expert advice and support to help you navigate the application process smoothly and comply with all regulatory requirements, empowering you to grow your business internationally.

Eligibility Criteria

✔️ Genuine intention to engage in business or investment activities in Australia
✔️ Relevant business experience and financial capacity
✔️ A viable business plan or investment proposal
✔️ Meet health and character requirements
✔️ Sufficient funds to support yourself and any dependents during your stay
✔️ Demonstrated commitment to contribute to the Australian economy
✔️ Compliance with visa conditions and Australian laws

Australia Bussiness Visa Subclasses

Overview

Allows people to visit Australia for tourism, business, or to visit family and friends. Includes different streams depending on purpose.

Key Eligibility

  • Purpose of visit (tourism, business, family visit)

  • Health and character requirements

  • Passport holders of eligible countries

Key Benefits

  • Short-term stay in Australia (usually up to 12 months depending on stream)

  • Some streams allow multiple entries

  • Travel for tourism, business, or family purposes

Application Steps

  • Submit application online or via paper form

  • Provide supporting documents

  • Wait for decision

Processing Time & Cost

  • Processing time: Usually 1–3 months

  • Visa application charge: AUD 145–365 depending on stream

Documents Checklist

  • Passport

  • Travel itinerary

  • Proof of funds

  • Invitation letter (if visiting family)

  • Health and police checks

Decision

  • If granted: short-term stay in Australia

  • If refused: reasons provided + right to review

Overview:

Provides permanent residence for holders of Subclass 188 who meet all business or investment requirements.

Key Eligibility

  • Hold and comply with Subclass 188 conditions

  • Continue to meet business or investment requirements

  • Health and character requirements

Key Benefits

  • Permanent residence in Australia

  • Live, work, and study anywhere in Australia

  • Include eligible family members

Application Steps

  • Complete Subclass 188 requirements

  • Lodge application for Subclass 888

  • Provide supporting documents

  • Wait for decision

Processing Time & Cost

  • Processing time: 12–18 months (approx.)

  • Visa application charge: AUD 5,375 (approx.)

Documents Checklist

  • Passport

  • Proof of compliance with Subclass 188 conditions

  • Evidence of business/investment performance

  • Health and police checks

Decision

  • If granted: permanent residency with full rights

  • If refused: reasons provided + right to review

Documentary Proof Required for Australia Bussiness Visa

✔ Valid passport
✔ Visa application fee payment receipt
✔ Completed visa application form (online via ImmiAccount)
✔ Recent passport-size photographs
✔ Evidence of business ownership or investment history
✔ Proof of financial capacity (bank statements, tax records, assets)
✔ State or territory nomination approval (if applicable)
✔ English language test results (if required)
✔ Health and character documents (medical exams, police clearance certificate)
✔ Compliance documents for Subclass 188 conditions (if applying for Subclass 888)