The Australian Government’s decision to close the Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) on 31 July 2024 has disrupted the migration plans of many business owners and entrepreneurs. This change has compelled prospective migrants to explore alternative pathways, such as self-sponsorship under the Subclass 482 (Skills in Demand) visa and small business owner Subclass 491 visas, another potential option could be the New Zealand Business Investor Work Visa.

These alternatives demand investment, legal compliance, and a clear understanding of visa criteria. Engaging a professional migration agent or legal advisor is strongly recommended to increase your chances of success. Book a consultation to evaluate your visa options and pathways here.

INSTANT POINTS TEST FOR AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS VISA

(Subclass 188)

If you apply to migrate to Australia under the Business Innovation and Investment program, you will be assessed against a points test.

You must score sufficient points to reach the pass mark. The current pass marks for the Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) (subclass 188) is 65 points. States however may require more points for an invitation. The below points test has been updated on 1 July 2021 to reflect the latest changes. 

Pass mark : 65 points

Business Visa Points Test- Australia

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Age

Age at time of invitation*

English

English Language at time of invitation*

Business experience and financial status

Business Experience at time of invitation (choose only for 188A)*
Investment Experience at time of invitation (choose only for 188B)*
Financial Metrics – Net business and personal assets at time of invitation*
Financial Metrics – Business turnover at time of invitation*

Qualifications

Qualifications at time of invitation*
Innovation at time of invitation*

State endorsement

Sponsorship by State or Territory*
e.g. Toronto, Canada
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The pool mark for the Australian Business and Innovation Visa program is currently 65 points. However, due to the competitive nature of this visa, a pool mark does not guarantee an invitation to apply.

The invitation mark can and does fluctuate depending on the time of year, number of candidates and the current invitation ceilings.

To ensure you have a competitive advantage over all other potential applicants please contact us for a consultation. The above points test is provided as a guide only and may not be indicative of the points assigned by the Department of Home Affairs.

In the consultation, our Business Migration experts will ensure you claim the most points possible under current migration legislation, which could prove the difference between receiving an invitation and not.

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