National Innovation Visa Subclass 858

Overview

The National Innovation visa (subclass 858) is a permanent visa for exceptionally talented migrants from across the world. These migrants will help create jobs and drive productivity growth in key sectors of the Australian economy.

The NIV seeks established and emerging leaders with high-calibre talent and skills who can make significant contributions that will benefit Australia’s future prosperity.

This includes:

• global researchers
• entrepreneurs
• innovative investors
• athletes and creatives

Basic Eligibility requirements

• You must be of benefit to the Australian community.
• You must demonstrate that you would be able to find work in your field in Australia, or become independently established in your field in Australia.
• You must be internationally recognised with a record of achievement and your achievements must be exceptional and outstanding.
• You must be currently prominent in your field.
• You must be nominated or endorsed to apply for this visa.
• Your nominator must have a national reputation in the same field as you, and be:
  • an Australian citizen
  • an Australian permanent resident
  • an eligible New Zealand citizen, or
  • an Australian organisation.
• You can be any age to apply for this visa.
• Your English ability must be equivalent to IELTS band 4.5.
• You must meet the health and character requirements.