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Australia Business & Investor Visa from Dubai, UAE

Residency for exceptional talent and investors after the older business programme closed.

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Processing time
Varies widely by route and individual circumstances
Indicative cost
Application charges are significant and differ by route; verify current figures before applying
Family
Spouse & children included
Apply from
Dubai / UAE

National Innovation visa (subclass 858) and state investor routes

The National Innovation visa (subclass 858) and state investor routes is one of the routes UAE residents use to reach Australia. This page sets out who the route is for, the eligibility criteria, the documents you will need, indicative costs and timelines, and the step-by-step process, so you can decide whether it fits your situation before you commit.

Residency for exceptional talent and investors after the older business programme closed. If you are applying from Dubai or anywhere in the Emirates, The Migration Station can assess your profile honestly and prepare a complete, well-evidenced application.

Who the Australia Business & Investor Visa is for

Entrepreneurs and investors planning a business in Australia

High-net-worth applicants seeking residency through investment

Founders who can evidence a lawful source of funds

Australia Business & Investor Visa: eligibility requirements

  • An internationally recognised record of achievement, or a qualifying investment in a target area
  • A nomination or endorsement appropriate to the route you pursue
  • Evidence of a lawful source of funds where an investment is involved
  • Access to the required investment or business capital
  • A viable, well-researched business plan or qualifying investment
  • A lawful, clearly documented source of funds
  • Management or entrepreneurial experience where the route requires it

Documents usually needed

Valid passport and recent passport photographs
UAE residence visa and Emirates ID copies
Completed application forms for the chosen route
Business plan and supporting market research
Proof of investment funds and their lawful source
Company documents or evidence of business experience
Financial statements and bank references

Exact requirements depend on your route and are confirmed at your assessment.

Benefits of the Australia Business & Investor Visa

Residency through investment

Secure residency for your family by investing in or building a business in Australia.

Grow in a stable economy

Operate or invest within a transparent, well-regulated market.

Family included

Bring your spouse and dependent children, with rights to live, work and study in Australia.

Guided, end-to-end support

A dedicated case manager helps with your documents, forms and submissions from the first assessment to a decision.

The Australia Business & Investor Visa process, step by step

  1. 1

    Free eligibility assessment

    We evaluate your profile against every Australia business & investor route and confirm the strongest, most realistic pathway for you.

  2. 2

    Strategy & document checklist

    Your case manager maps out the route, timeline and exact documents you need, tailored to your situation.

  3. 3

    Preparation & evidence

    We help you gather, organise and verify your evidence so your file is complete, consistent and compliant.

  4. 4

    Application & submission

    We complete and lodge your application, then track its progress and respond to any requests from the authorities.

  5. 5

    Decision & relocation

    On approval we support your biometrics, landing and first steps settling into Australia.

Australia Business & Investor Visa: frequently asked questions

The Business Innovation and Investment Program (subclasses 188 and 888) stopped taking new applications in 2024. Investors and outstanding talent are now generally directed to the National Innovation visa (subclass 858), so we assess which current route fits your profile.

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