BUSINESS VISAS
Business Premium Investor Visa — Subclass 188D
The Premium Investor Visa (subclass 188D) is a temporary visa that enables premium investors to continue business or investment activities in Australia after a provisional business visa. It generally requires nomination by Austrade and a complying premium investment of AUD 15 million. The visa is typically valid for four years and three months and can lead to permanent residency if further criteria are met.
Highlights
- Austrade nomination is required.
- Invest at least AUD 15 million in eligible premium investments.
- No history of inappropriate investment activities.
- Functional English; meet health and character requirements.
- Sign the Australian Values Statement (if 18+).
- No debts to the Australian Government; no adverse visa history.
- Maintain adequate health insurance while in Australia.
Key Eligibility & Process
- Obtain nomination from Austrade.
- Prepare required documents: identity, health & character, premium investor evidence, dependents (if any).
- Lodge the visa application online via ImmiAccount.
- Track status and complete requests: health exams, biometrics, premium investment placement, change notifications.
- Await decision: on grant, receive visa grant number and start date; on refusal, receive reasons and review rights where applicable.
