National Innovation Visa (subclass 858)
Embassy required
- Processing time
- 2 to 6 months
- Fee
- AUD $4,305
- Validity
- Permanent
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Replaced the Global Talent Visa in December 2024. Permanent visa for exceptional innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, and business leaders with internationally recognised achievements. Must meet the high-income threshold of AUD $162,000 annually or demonstrate future earning potential. Priority sectors: AgTech, FinTech, MedTech, Cyber Security, Quantum Information, Advanced Digital, Data Science, and ICT. Requires nomination by an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen, or an Australian organisation with a national reputation (Form 1000).
Eligibility
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Nationality
Open to all nationalities
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Employment
Must have internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievement in one of seven priority sectors
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Financial
Must meet high-income threshold of AUD $162,000 per year or demonstrate future earning potential at that level
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Police clearance
Countries required: All countries lived in for 12+ months in last 10 years; Validity months: 12
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Curriculum vitae
Provide a current CV showing education, work history and relevant qualifications.
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Extraordinary ability evidence
Accepted categories: International awards, patents, published research, significant industry recognition, high salary evidence, senior positions at distinguished organisations; Evidence items required: 3
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Health exam
Panel physician required: Yes; Validity months: 12
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Reference letter
Accepted referees: Australian citizen, permanent resident, eligible NZ citizen, or Australian organisation with national reputation; Letters required: 1
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Language test score
Accepted tests: IELTS, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, CAE, OET; Minimum score: Functional English (IELTS 4.5 overall) or evidence of study in English
How to apply
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Online application
Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) demonstrating achievements and obtain nomination. After receiving invitation, lodge visa application through ImmiAccount
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Fee payment
Pay AUD $4,305 visa application charge
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Processing wait
Wait 2-6 months for processing