The investment options for the investor stream under the Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) are:
- You need to invest at least AUD 2.5 million in an Australian state or territory.
 - The investment had to be made in approved investment funds.
 - Funds were divided into venture capital, emerging companies and balanced investments.
 - You had to maintain the investment for the required periods, usually 4 years.
 - The investment needed to benefit the Australian economy and support business growth.