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GEMCA Goraya Education and Migration
Subclass 188 / 888

Business Innovation & Investment

Independent Skilled Pathway

For applicants competing on points without state, employer or family sponsorship.

Duration

5 Years (Provisional leading to PR)

Visa Charge

From $6,500 AUD

Application Location

Onshore or Offshore

Pathway Overview

Designed for business owners, investors, and entrepreneurs who wish to establish, develop, or manage a new or existing business in Australia, or make a significant investment. It is a provisional visa that leads to permanent residency (Subclass 888) once business/investment benchmarks are met.

Pathway Key Benefits

Establish or invest in a business in Australia
Unrestricted travel, study, and work rights
Clear pathway to permanent residency subclass 888
Family members can accompany

Eligibility Checklist

Please review the mandatory eligibility criteria determined by the Department of Home Affairs.

1
Be nominated by an Australian State or Territory government
2
Pass the innovation points test or meet minimum asset, turnover, or funding thresholds
3
Provide details of proposed business venture or investment plan
4
Meet English and health checks

Application Steps

Stage 1

1

Lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelect

Stage 2

2

Apply for State/Territory government nomination

Stage 3

3

Receive invitation to apply and submit subclass 188 visa lodge

Stage 4

4

Lodge funds in complying investments or establish the business venture in Australia

Stage 5

5

Meet operational thresholds for 3 years, then apply for permanent subclass 888

Secure Portal

Lodge Advisory Inquiry

Send your profile details directly to our migration team. Your inquiry will be logged directly into our administrative database for consultation planning.

Applying for: Business Innovation & Investment (Subclass 188 / 888)

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Business Innovation & Investment pathway planning

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Subclass 189 Strategy

Points, occupation fit, invitation context and evidence readiness reviewed before you invest.