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Premium Investor Stream Visa (188D)​

Premium Investor Stream Visa (188D)

The Australia Business Innovation and Investment Visa (Subclass 188D) Premium Investor Stream is an exclusive pathway tailored for high-net-worth individuals seeking to make a significant investment in the country. This visa is a part of the Business Innovation and Investment Program, which aims to attract skilled businesspeople and investors to stimulate economic growth and innovation.

The Subclass 188D Premium Investor Stream is designed to cater to individuals with substantial financial resources who are committed to making a premium-level investment in Australia’s economy.

The Subclass 188D Premium Investor Stream is a provisional visa that offers a pathway to permanent residency through the Subclass 888 Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) Visa. To qualify, applicants must meet the investment and residency requirements during the provisional visa period.

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Premium Investor Stream Visa (188D)​

Premium Investor Stream Visa (188D)

The Australia Business Innovation and Investment Visa (Subclass 188D) Premium Investor Stream is an exclusive pathway tailored for high-net-worth individuals seeking to make a significant investment in the country. This visa is a part of the Business Innovation and Investment Program, which aims to attract skilled businesspeople and investors to stimulate economic growth and innovation.

The Subclass 188D Premium Investor Stream is designed to cater to individuals with substantial financial resources who are committed to making a premium-level investment in Australia’s economy.

The Subclass 188D Premium Investor Stream is a provisional visa that offers a pathway to permanent residency through the Subclass 888 Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) Visa. To qualify, applicants must meet the investment and residency requirements during the provisional visa period.

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Requirements For the Premium Investor Stream Visa (188D)

  1. Higher Investment Threshold: Unlike other streams, the Premium Investor Stream requires applicants to invest a higher amount in Australian ventures. This investment must be directed towards innovative projects and growth-oriented sectors.
  2. Complying Investments: The investments must align with the Australian government’s priority sectors, including venture capital funds, startups, and other projects that contribute to economic development.
  3. Premium Investment Period: The investments must be maintained for a specified period, as outlined in the visa requirements. This period corresponds with the duration of the provisional visa.
  4. Residency and Engagement: While there is no explicit residency requirement, visa holders are expected to engage actively with the Australian business community and foster economic growth.

The Subclass 188D Premium Investor Stream is a provisional visa that offers a pathway to permanent residency through the Subclass 888 Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) Visa. To qualify, applicants must meet the investment and residency requirements during the provisional visa period.

This visa category reflects Australia’s ambition to attract substantial investments that fuel innovation and economic development. It provides a unique avenue for individuals with substantial financial means to contribute significantly to the Australian economy.

The Subclass 188D Premium Investor Stream is a win-win proposition. It enables high-net-worth individuals to secure permanent residency while making substantial investments in Australia’s future. At the same time, Australia benefits from increased capital inflow that supports the growth of innovation-driven industries.

Different Streams Of The 188 Visa

There are different streams of Visa depending on the type of business you are starting or investing in.

Business Innovation Stream (188A)

This stream is for individuals with a successful business career and a genuine desire to own and manage a business in Australia. Applicants must have a certain level of business turnover and a commitment to continuing their business activities in Australia.

Investor Stream (188B)

The Investor Stream is for those who are willing to make a significant investment in Australian government bonds or managed funds and maintain this investment for a specific period. Minimum investment thresholds apply.

Significant Investor Stream (188C)

This stream targets individuals who are willing to invest a significant amount in specified investments in Australia, including venture capital and small private equity funds.

Entrepreneur Stream (188E)

Geared toward entrepreneurs with a new and innovative business idea, this stream allows individuals to develop and commercialize their ventures in Australia.

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and Investment (subclass 188) visa

Step 1

Once you reach out to Absolute Immigration, 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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You can reach our team via our support lines at 1300 227 658 or +61 3 9827 3721 or schedule a consultation through our Acuity Portal.

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You can get in touch with the team through our support email: aisupport@absoluteimmigration.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

This is a Visa that allows people who are significant investors in Australian Business or Innovation, the opportunity to stay in Australia for up to 4 more years.

There can be a long processing time for a 188 Visa, anywhere up to 20 months in some cases. Have a word with our team to find out more about timelines.

The Business Innovator stream has a base application charge of $6270AUD; The Premium Investor Stream’s base charge is $9455 AUD; and the Entrepreneur stream has a base charge of $4240AUD.

Contact Absolute Immigration, and talk to one of our qualified and friendly team members.  Through a Discover Call, they will discuss your preferred visa pathway.

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