Investor visa requirements tightened
01 Jul 2021
On 1 July 2021, Australia revised its migration policy regime, through amendments of relevant laws which took effect on the same day. Visa holders in both the investor and significant investor categories are now required to invest 20 per cent of their funds in venture capital and private equity (double the current levels). A further 30 per cent needs to be invested in emerging companies through a managed fund. The total investment amount for investor visa holders also increased from $1.5 million to $2.5 million.
As a result, at least half of the investments made by those on investor or significant investor visas will be made into startups or emerging companies – $2.5 million for significant investors and $1.25 million for investors.
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Entry and establishment (Ownership and control)
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