The permanent residence stage for holders of the provisional subclass 188, granted once you have met the business or investment commitments made under that visa.
Subclass 188 holders who have met their business or investment obligations.
Our licensed advisors assess your eligibility, build a strategy to strengthen your application, and manage the process end to end, so you submit a complete, competitive application with confidence.
Yes. Members of your family unit, typically a partner and dependent children, can be included and gain permanent residence with you.
Yes, once they meet the general residence and other citizenship requirements as Australian permanent residents.
Yes. The subclass 888 is the permanent stage that follows the provisional subclass 188; you must hold (or have held) a 188 to qualify.
You must meet your stream's requirements, such as maintaining the required business activity or holding the required investment for the set period.
New 188 applications closed on 31 July 2024, but people who already hold a 188 can still progress to the 888 by meeting their stream's requirements.
To be eligible for the Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) visa (subclass 888), you must have held a subclass 188 visa and met the relevant business or investment requirements for your stream.
The Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) visa (subclass 888) is the final stage for individuals who have held a provisional subclass 188 visa and have successfully met their business or investment commitments i
Yes. The subclass 888 is a permanent visa, letting you and included family members live in Australia indefinitely.