Subclass 188 Business Visa
Win-Win for Wealth & Identity
Designed for business owners and investors. Leverage your business background or capital to secure Australian permanent residence for you and your family.
About 188 Visa
The Subclass 188 visa is a provisional business innovation and investment visa. It is the first step towards the Subclass 888 Permanent Visa. This visa is designed to attract people with successful business or investment backgrounds to Australia.
Note: This visa has multiple streams (188A/188B/188C/188E). We will match the most suitable option based on your assets and business background.
Main Streams
188A Innovation
For SME owners. Requires a successful business career and genuine intention to own and manage a business in Australia.
188B Investor
For professional investors. Requires investing AUD 2.5 million into complying significant investments.
188C Significant Investor
For HNWIs. Requires investing AUD 5 million into complying investments. No age limit and low residency requirement.
Requirements & Process
Subclass 188 Business Visa
Visa Summary (2026)
- • Stay about 4 years 3 months (provisional)
- • Pathway to 887/888 or PR when eligible
- • New applications closed (since July 2024)
Australia Visa Guidance
For help understanding documents and official requirements, contact +60 11-3551 8168 or WhatsApp.
FAQ
- What does the fee cover? Use the Visa Pricing Estimator and applicable official page. Government charges, health checks, insurance, biometrics and professional services may be separate.
- Is the processing time accurate? Official tools are a reference based on recently decided applications and do not promise an individual outcome.
- Is a medical examination required? The answer depends on the visa, travel plans and individual circumstances. Check the official checklist and any request from Home Affairs.
- How current is this information? Rules can change. Check current Home Affairs guidance again before lodging.
Start Your Australian Business Empire
Our senior migration lawyers provide asset assessment, business plan writing, and fund matching services.
"188C processing was very smooth. The AusVJ team is very professional, and fund selection was rigorous."
