This visa category focuses on business persons who have funds to meet the selection criteria and are willing to set-up new business or buy an existing business in Australia.
At the time of application, applicant must be physically in Australia, holding a valid temporary visa and:
They must show they have a successful business record;
They own or part-own a "main business(es)" in Australia for at least 18 months;
They must show that in the 12 months immediately before the application:
They had spent at least nine months in Australia;
They (and spouse) have net assets in Australia of at least A$ 250,000;
They (and spouse) have invested net assets in their "main business(es)" of at least A$ 100,000;
They hold at least 10% ownership interest in their "main business(es)" in Australia;
They have maintained direct and continuous involvement in the management of the business(es);
The business(es) must have employed at least three full-time employees (or part-time equivalent) at or above Award Wages continuously for the 12 month period
The "main business(es)" in Australia had a turnover of atleast A$ 200,000 or exported goods and/or services of at least A$ 100,000.
They are able to score at least 105 points in the relevant "Established Business in Australia - Points Test".
Points Test summary
During last 12 months, maintained turnover or exported good/services, etc.
60 points
Age of the applicant
0 - 30 points
English Language Skills
0 - 30 points
Net assets of the applicant (and spouse together)
0 - 15 points
Minimum Score Required
105 points
For full details and self Assessment for the "Established Business in Australia - Points Test", click here (This information is available to Members only).
Short explanations
"Main Business(es)"
Is one which is operated for the purpose of making a profit through provision of goods and/or services;
Is one in which the applicant (and spouse together) have at least 10% ownership interest AND in which the applicant has been actively involved in and responsible for the business' overall management and performance.
REGIONAL ESTABLISHED BUSINESS IN AUSTRALIA - (REBA)
State/Territory Sponsored
Key Requirements
This visa category focuses on business persons who have lesser funds to meet the selection criteria and are willing to set-up new business or buy an existing business in regional Australia. Usually, this applies to persons who do not have adequate funds to meet the "Established Business in Australia" visa category but are willing to set up in "Designated Areas" i.e. regional (non-metro) Australia.
At the time of application, applicant must be physically in Australia, holding a valid temporary visa and:
They must show they have a successful business record;
They own or part-own a "main business(es)" in Australia for at least two years;
They must show that in the two years immediately before the application:
They had spent at least one year in Australia;
They (and spouse) have net assets in Australia of at least A$ 200,000;
They (and spouse) have invested net assets in their "main business(es)" of at least A$ 75,000;
They hold at least 10% ownership interest in their "main business(es)" in Australia;
They have maintained direct and continuous involvement in the management of the business(es);
The business(es) must have employed at least two full-time employees (or part-time equivalent) at or above Award Wages continuously for the two year period;
The "main business(es)" in Australia had a turnover of atleast A$ 200,000 or exported goods and/or services of at least A$ 100,000.
They are able to score at least 105 points in the relevant "State/Terrotory Sponsored Established Business in Australia - Points Test".
(This information is available to Members only).
Short explanations
"Main Business(es)"
Is one which is operated for the purpose of making a profit through provision of goods and/or services;
Is one in which the applicant (and spouse together) have at least 10% ownership interest AND in which the applicant has been actively involved in and responsible for the business' overall management and performance.
Designated Areas
"Designated Areas" are areas in Australia which are specified by Government in Gazette Notice.
Your Licenced Migration Consultant at EASYMIGRATE CONSULTANCY SERVICES will be able to provide full assistance regarding all matters pertaining to this visa category. Please use Options (2), (3) or (4) to appoint a personal Consultant and received full advice.
Points Test Summary
During last 12 months, maintained turnover or exported good/services etc.
40 to 60 points
Age of the applicant
0 to 30 points
English Language Skills
0 to 35 points
Net assets of the applicant (and spouse together)
0 to 15 points
State/Territory sponsorship
15 points
Minimum Score Required
105 points
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