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188D Visa

Premium Investor Visa (188D Visa)

The Premium Investor Visa (PIV) (SC – 188D Visa) is available exclusively to applicants nominated by AusTrade and offers a 4-year temporary visa for individuals who are prepared to invest at least AUD 15 million in complying investments in Australia. Once the applicant has maintained the investment for 1 year, they may be eligible to apply for permanent residence through the Business Innovation & Investment (Residence) Subclass 888 visa.

188D Visa Eligibility to Apply

Location: Applicants can apply from within Australia or overseas.

In Australia: If the applicant is within Australia, they must hold a Substantive Visa or a Bridging A, B, or C visa.

The Premium Investor Visa offers a streamlined pathway to permanent residency for high-net-worth individuals making substantial investments in Australia.

Premium Investor Visa (PIV) – Subclass 188D Visa: General Requirements

To qualify for the Premium Investor Visa (PIV), applicants must make a minimum AUD 15 million investment in approved premium investments prior to the visa grant. Premium investments include:

👉 Australian Securities Exchange (ASX)-listed assets

👉 Australian government or semi-government bonds or notes

👉 Corporate bonds or notes from ASX-listed companies or subsidiaries, or investment-grade bonds rated by an AFS-licensed agency

👉 Australian proprietary limited companies

👉 Real property in Australia (excluding residential property)

👉 Deferred annuities issued by Australian registered life companies

👉 State or territory government-approved philanthropic contributions

188D Visa Key Advantages

👉 No residence requirement for applicants

👉 Fast-track pathway to permanent residency in 12 months after investment

The PIV offers a rapid route to Australian residency for high-net-worth individuals committed to premium investments in Australia.

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