{"id":53592,"date":"2024-12-06T11:25:41","date_gmt":"2024-12-06T00:25:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/?p=53592"},"modified":"2024-12-09T15:18:54","modified_gmt":"2024-12-09T04:18:54","slug":"national-innovation-visa-implement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/news\/national-innovation-visa-implement","title":{"rendered":"National Innovation Visa (NIV) implementation"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"53592\" class=\"elementor elementor-53592\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-20767a4a elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"20767a4a\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-db2069a\" data-id=\"db2069a\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-75ea38c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"75ea38c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freepik.com\/premium-photo\/business-team-against-earth-made-flags_38770183.htm#fromView=image_search_similar&#038;page=1&#038;position=41&#038;uuid=a5374f4c-03ca-4d8c-afd9-c5b3364434\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo credit:@\n\nfreepik<\/a><\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d0621dd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4d0621dd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Australian Government has announced that effective 6 December 2024, the National Innovation Visa (NIV) will replace the Global Talent Visa (Subclass 858). <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This new visa is part of a broader strategy to attract exceptionally talented individuals who can drive growth in sectors of national importance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>\u00a0<\/h4>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #ed7d31;\"><b>What is the National Innovation visa?<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The National Innovation visa will remain under subclass 858, offering a pathway for a broad spectrum of high-calibre talent. It is designed to attract individuals from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that Australia continues to foster innovation, growth, and development across various sectors.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The visa targets four main categories of exceptional talent:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Global Researchers and Thought Leaders<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: applicants will need to demonstrate a strong track record of research, with significant publications in leading journals, high levels of citations, and awards that place them at the forefront of their field.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Entrepreneurs<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: both established and emerging entrepreneurs will be eligible, especially those who have demonstrated success in initiatives led by states and territories.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Innovative Investors<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: unlike previous visas that focused primarily on investment thresholds, this visa will place greater emphasis on the\u202f<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">quality<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fof investment, prioritising those who contribute meaningfully to Australia&#8217;s economic and innovative sectors.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Athletes and Creatives<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: exceptional athletes and creatives, particularly those who represent Australia internationally, will also be able to apply, contributing to Australia\u2019s global image and development in their respective fields.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #ed7d31;\"><b>Application process and requirements<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The application process for the Subclass 858 (National Innovation) visa has been streamlined to enhance efficiency. Applicants are required to submit Form 47NI through ImmiAccount, the Department of Home Affairs&#8217; online portal.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In certain cases, and if authorised, applications may be submitted via email to an official Department address. These procedures are outlined in the Migration (Arrangements for Certain Business Skills Visas) Amendment (LIN 24\/078) Instrument 2024, which takes effect on 6 December 2024.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #ed7d31;\"><b>What are the changes<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Migration Amendment (National Innovation Visa) Regulations 2024 introduce several key changes:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Renaming of visa class:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> the Global Talent (Subclass 858) visa is now the National Innovation (Subclass 858) visa.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Invitation requirement:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> applicants must receive a written invitation from the Minister to apply for the NIV within a specified timeframe.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Alignment of achievements:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> applicants are required to demonstrate the same internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievements outlined in their invitation letter.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Removal of endorsement requirement:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> the role of the \u2018Prime Minister\u2019s Special Envoy for Global Business and Talent Attraction\u2019 has been eliminated due to low utilisation since its introduction.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #ed7d31;\"><b>Transitional arrangements<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Applications for the Global Talent Visa submitted before 6 December 2024 will be assessed under the legislation in effect at the time of application. The new amendments apply exclusively to applications lodged on or after 6 December 2024.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #ed7d31;\"><b>Nomination requirements<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Applicants must be nominated by:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">an Australian organisation with a national reputation in the applicant&#8217;s area of expertise<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The nomination should affirm the applicant&#8217;s achievements and their potential to contribute to Australia&#8217;s innovation landscape.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #ed7d31;\"><b>Benefits of the National Innovation Visa<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The NIV offers several advantages, including:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Direct pathway to permanent residency:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> visa holders can live, work, and study in Australia indefinitely.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Flexibility in age and English proficiency:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> there are no specific age limits, and applicants with less than functional English can opt to pay a second Visa Application Charge.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">No occupation restrictions:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> the visa is open to individuals across various sectors, provided they meet the achievement criteria.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The National Innovation Visa aims to attract exceptional talent to Australia, fostering innovation and enhancing global competitiveness. By streamlining the application process and focusing on outstanding achievements, the NIV seeks to build a dynamic community of innovators contributing to Australia&#8217;s future growth.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">For further assistance or to discuss your migration options, please contact <\/span><\/b><span style=\"color: #ed7d31;\"><b>aisupport@absoluteimmigration.com<\/b><b>.<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0b3e7c8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0b3e7c8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/\">Home <\/a><\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Effective 6 December 2024, the National Innovation Visa (NIV) replaces the Global Talent Visa (Subclass 858), introducing new legislative instruments and amendments to streamline the application process and criteria. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":53594,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[335,305,401,555,545],"class_list":["post-53592","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-australia","tag-australian-immigration-2","tag-migration-policy","tag-national-innovation-visa","tag-niv","tag-visa-reforms-2"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/53592","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=53592"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/53592\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":53620,"href":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/53592\/revisions\/53620"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/53594"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=53592"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=53592"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=53592"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}