For many years, Australia attracted investors through the Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP), including popular investor and business owner streams under visas such as subclass 188 and subclass 132. The Australian Government has now closed these programs to new applications, and the focus has shifted towards visas that combine genuine skills, regional development and real economic contribution.
That change has confused many high-net-worth individuals in the UAE, GCC, India and Sri Lanka. At Cosmos Immigration, we do not sell outdated “invest and forget” schemes. Instead, we help you understand which current, law-aligned pathways can still convert your experience, capital and business plans into a realistic Australian migration strategy.
The right strategy depends entirely on your age, English level, qualifications, business track record, industry and where you are willing to live and invest in Australia. We assess your profile against current rules published by the Australian Department of Home Affairs, then design a route that is realistic, risk-aware and compliant.
If a plan does not pass our internal reality check against current law and policy, we will say so clearly and either redesign the approach or advise you not to proceed instead of forcing a weak file.
Exact document lists depend on the chosen visa pathway and will always follow the latest checklists from official Australian sources. However, most serious investor or business strategies require a core set of evidence:
Our role is to translate this evidence into a coherent, law-aligned narrative and documentation package that can be understood by case officers, state authorities and any relevant third parties – not just a pile of papers.
If your situation is better suited to a points-based skilled pathway instead of an investor strategy, we will redirect you towards our Australia Skilled Migration service rather than forcing an unsuitable investor narrative.
No. The main Business Innovation and Investment Program streams have been closed to new applications. Existing holders may still have options, but new investors must look at alternative, current pathways that combine capital, skills and genuine activity.
No. Modern Australian migration settings do not grant PR purely for paying a fixed amount. You must meet strict criteria involving skills, business activity, regional needs, compliance and integrity checks. Any promise of “automatic PR against payment” should be treated with extreme caution.
There is no single magic figure. We typically work with clients who can show substantial, legitimate assets and are ready to build or acquire a genuine business or high-value role. During your consultation, we map your assets and goals against current options and give you a clear picture before you commit.
We are an immigration-focused advisory firm. For tax, corporate structuring and regulatory matters, we can coordinate with or refer you to qualified professionals, ensuring your migration strategy and business/legal structures are aligned but handled by the right experts.
Begin with a structured consultation. We will review your current businesses, assets, family profile and time horizon, then propose either an Australia-focused plan or a multi-country comparison. If the picture is weak, we will say so and help you plan improvements instead of filing a poor application.
Share your business history, assets and family goals, and we will tell you exactly where you stand—without shortcuts or false guarantees.