Australia National Innovation Visa NIV
On December 7, 2024, Australia officially launched the National Innovation Visa, visa type 858 (Permanent Visa green card), aiming to attract high-caliber talents to contribute to Australia's technological innovation, employment, and economic recovery, opening a fast track to Australian green cards for outstanding individuals. Applicants only need to prove they are high-income outstanding individuals in designated target fields to obtain a green card for the whole family with their talents, total family cost around 300,000 RMB. No English required, no queue, no interview, overall processing time as fast as 1 year.
Program Highlights
Annual salary above AUD 175,000
No English requirement
No queue, approval as fast as 1 year
One applicant, whole family green card
High-income outstanding talent in designated fields
Application Process
Free Assessment
Provide free professional assessment before signing
Sign Contract
Formally sign the service contract
Document Collection and Preparation
Project department collects and prepares documents, lawyer reviews and finalizes
Obtain Nomination Letter
Match with appropriate nominating organization or nominator to obtain nomination letter support
Submit EOI Application, Receive Invitation Code
Submit EOI application to the immigration department, wait for formal invitation
Submit Subclass 858 Visa Application
Submit Subclass 858 visa application to the immigration department, complete medical examination, submit English score or pay language training fee
Receive Subclass 858 Visa Grant Letter
Applicant and accompanying family members receive the formal Subclass 858 visa grant letter, application successful
Application Requirements
- Annual Salary Requirement
- Above AUD 175,000
- Target Fields
- Critical technologies, health industries, renewable energy and low emission technologies, agrifood and agritech, defence capability and space, education, financial services and fintech, infrastructure and transport, resources
- Industry Achievements
- Possess industry achievements at international or national level
Fee Details
| Fee Item | Receiving Agency | Amount | Payment Timeline | Refund Policy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Family Cost | Contracting Company | Around 300,000 RMB | During processing | Not mentioned |
Frequently Asked Questions
References & Sources
- 1.Australian Department of Home Affairs Official Website
- 2.Australian Immigration Department
- 3.Australian Department of Industry, Science and Resources
Author
AiEAC Immigration Consultant
Immigration Consultant