Skilled Migration

National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858)

A permanent residence pathway for exceptionally talented individuals making a significant contribution to Australia.

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National innovation visa (Subclass 858)

The National Innovation visa is a permanent residence pathway for exceptionally talented individuals who can make a significant contribution to Australia’s priority sectors. This visa is highly competitive, invitation-only, and designed for global leaders, innovators and emerging talent with strong evidence of international excellence.

Introduced in December 2024, the NIV replaced the former Global Talent visa. The program continues to attract world-class individuals, with greater focus on objective selection criteria and alignment with Australia’s long-term strategic priorities.

HOW WE NAVIGATE YOUR VISA PATH

Who is the NIV visa for?

The NIV caters to a broad range of exceptional applicants, including:

  • Global researchers and academic leaders
  • Founders, entrepreneurs and innovators, including early-stage talent
  • Investors with high-quality innovation investments (no fixed dollar threshold)
  • Athletes and creatives with potential to elevate Australia’s global standing

The program prioritises high-impact sectors, with Tier One receiving the highest volume of invitations:

Tier One
  • Critical technologies
  • Health industries
  • Renewables and low emissions
  • Defence and space
  • Education

Tier Two

  • Agri-food and AgTech
  • Financial services and FinTech
  • Transport and infrastructure
  • Resources

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