Find a Business and Investment Visa Agent in Australia

Business and Investment Visa Pathways

The main pathways are the Business Innovation stream (subclass 188A — minimum $250,000 investment), the Investor stream (188B — $2.5 million in complying investments), the Significant Investor stream (188C — $5 million in complying investments), and formerly the Premium Investor stream. Each leads to permanent residency through the subclass 888 visa after meeting activity and residency requirements. State nomination is required for most streams, and each state has different priority sectors and requirements.

Why Business Visas Demand Specialist Agents

Business visa applications involve detailed business plans, financial audits, investment structuring to meet complying investment framework requirements, state nomination applications, and ongoing compliance monitoring. The agents who handle these cases typically have backgrounds in business migration and work alongside accountants, business advisors, and investment managers. The wrong investment structure or an incomplete business plan can result in a refusal that costs far more than the agent's fee.

State Nomination Strategy

Each state has different nomination priorities for business visas. Some prioritise manufacturing, others technology, agriculture, or export-focused businesses. Your agent needs to match your business background and investment plans with the state most likely to nominate you. The wrong state choice can result in a nomination refusal even if you meet the general visa requirements.

The Path to Permanent Residency via 888

The subclass 888 is the permanent stage for business visa holders. After meeting the activity and residency requirements of your 188 visa — minimum turnover, employment of Australian staff, and physical presence obligations — you can apply for permanent residency. These requirements vary by stream and are monitored. An agent helps you plan for 888 eligibility from the moment your 188 is granted.

Costs

Government charges for business visas range from $6,085 to over $9,000 depending on the stream. Agent fees range from $5,000 to $15,000 or more. The total investment — including visa costs, business establishment, and investment requirements — can be significant. Professional guidance at this level is an investment in protecting a much larger financial commitment.

Get Matched with Business Visa Specialists

Tell Migratio about your business background, investment capacity, and preferred Australian state. You will be matched with 3 agents who specialise in business and investment migration. Free for applicants.

How much does a business visa agent cost?

Fees range from $5,000 to $15,000+. Significant and Premium Investor streams are higher due to investment structuring complexity.

What is the minimum investment?

Business Innovation (188A): $250,000. Investor (188B): $2.5 million. Significant Investor (188C): $5 million in complying investments.

How long must I live in Australia?

Residency requirements vary by stream. Most require 1 to 2 years of physical presence during the provisional period to qualify for permanent residency.

Can my family be included?

Yes. Spouse and dependent children can be included as secondary applicants with work and study rights.

Do I need a business plan?

For the Business Innovation stream, yes. A detailed business plan is a core requirement. Your agent often works with business advisors to prepare this.