The general list of eligibility criteria to get an Australian Business visa is as follows:
- Be under 55 years of age
- Have at least 3 years of experience in owning and managing a business
- Score at least 65 points (for specific business visas)
- Have a genuine interest in owning and running your business
Must meet certain English language requirements (for specific business visas)
The eligibility criteria for the Subclass 600 (short-term) business visa are as follows:
- Must be outside the country when applying for the visa
- Must visit Australia only for business purposes
- Have sufficient funds to support their stay in Australia
- Meet the character and health requirements
The eligibility criteria for the Subclass 888 visa are as follows:
- Have previously held a Subclass 188 visa
- Lived in Australia for at least 2 years on a Subclass 188 visa
- Have the required minimum investments (varies based on the stream)
- Have personal business assets and a net worth of a minimum of $600,000 in Australia in the last 12 months before applying.