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Australia National Innovation Visa (NIV)

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Standard Australian rates — transitional resident 4yr foreign income exemption Replaced Global Talent Independent program 2024. For founders, researchers, artists.

Investment
Significant entrepreneurial/talent track record
Processing
4 months
Min stay
183 days/year
Tax rate
Standard Australian rates — transitional resident 4yr f…%

How popular is this programme?

Searches/mo
110
Interest
Low
Trend
Cooling -57%
Demand score36/100

Based on Google search demand (US). Updated periodically.

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Key Details

Leads to PRYes
PR after5.0 years
Dual citizenship—
Remote work—
Healthcare included—
Crypto accepted—
Same-sex recognised—
RenewableYes

Stay Requirements

Entrepreneur/startup visa: active residence permit - must physically run the business in-country; genuine presence (~183 days) required to renew

medium confidence

Highlights

  • Leads to permanent residency
  • For innovative entrepreneurs
  • Quick processing time
  • Foreign income exemption for 4 years
  • Replaced Global Talent Independent program

What could change

Changes in government policy could affect eligibility and benefits.

Am I eligible?

Tax Notes

Australia has a worldwide tax system for residents, with transitional residents exempt from foreign income for 4 years.

Last verified: 4/15/2026Updated: 6/10/2026Confidence: high

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Who is eligible for a national innovation visa in Australia?
To apply for the NIV from the Department of Home Affairs, you must: Be offshore; or be onshore and the holder of a substantive visa in Australia. Have an internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievement in one of the following areas: a profession.
Who is eligible for an innovation visa?
The National Innovation Visa is for internationally recognised experts, leaders and innovators who have an outstanding record of achievement in their field and can make a significant contribution to Australia. This includes researchers, entrepreneurs, investors, creatives and elite athletes working in priority sectors.
What is the innovation visa for Australia?
The National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858) is a permanent visa designed for “established and emerging leaders with high-calibre talent and skills who can make significant contributions that will benefit Australia's future prosperity.” This is not your typical points-based skilled visa.
How much do I need to invest in Australia to get PR?
After 4 years it is allowed to apply for a permanent residence permit in Australia. Significant Investor stream Under this program, you should invest AUD 5,000,000 and retain the sum for 4 years. AUD 500,000 is used to support startups and private companies.

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