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🇦🇺 Australia · Visa for entrepreneurs

Business Talent Permanent Visa (Subclass 132)

A visa for successful entrepreneurs and investors that granted permanent residence in Australia. It is no longer issued - the Australian government closed the program on 1 July 2021.

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AUD 1.5 millionassets (Business History stream)
AUD 1 millionventure capital investment (Venture Capital stream)
4 yearsuntil you can apply for citizenship

The Business Talent Permanent Visa (Subclass 132) was a visa for entrepreneurs and investors who wanted to build a business in Australia and obtain permanent residence. The Australian government closed the program on 1 July 2021 and it is no longer issued.

Legal basis

The visa had two streams.

Significant Business History stream

  • Ownership of a successful business with a proven track record
  • Assets of at least 1.5 million Australian dollars
  • Annual turnover of at least 3 million Australian dollars in two of the last four financial years

Venture Capital Entrepreneur stream

  • Funding from an Australian venture capital firm - at least 1 million Australian dollars to develop an innovative project

Please note: the Business Talent Permanent visa (subclass 132) is no longer issued - the Australian government closed the program on 1 July 2021. If you are interested in moving to Australia for business, we will find a current program for you during a consultation.

Visa benefits (while the program was open)

Living in Australia

The visa granted permanent residence, including the right to work, study and receive medical care.

Growing a business

The chance to build and scale a business in one of the most promising markets in the world.

Education and social benefits

Access to the Australian education system and to social benefits such as a pension.

A route to citizenship

You could apply for citizenship after 4 years of living in the country on this visa. A spouse and children could be included in the application.

How the process worked (for reference)

Eligibility check

Murblz specialists hold a free consultation and review the applicant's documents, suggesting alternative programs where needed.

Applying for nomination

The nomination application was filed with the government of an Australian state or territory.

Collecting documents

Preparing documents confirming assets, financial standing, business history and agreements with venture capital firms.

Filing the visa application

Once the nomination was granted, the visa application was filed with the Australian immigration department.

Getting the visa

Processing times varied; on average the process took several months.

FAQ

Can you still get the Business Talent Permanent Visa (Subclass 132)?
No, the Australian government closed the program on 1 July 2021 and it is no longer issued.
What status did this visa give?
Permanent resident status in Australia: the right to live, work and study there indefinitely, plus access to social and medical services.
How long did it take to prepare the documents?
On average 3 to 6 months, including collecting financial and business documents and translating them into English.

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