National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858) – Fast-Track to Permanent Residency in Australia

What Is the National Innovation Visa?

The National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858), introduced on 6 December 2024, replaced Australia’s Global Talent and Business Innovation and Investment visas. It’s designed for global leaders—including researchers, entrepreneurs, investors, athletes, and creatives—with internationally recognized accomplishments. This invitation-only program offers a direct route to permanent residency

Who Is Eligible?

Exceptional candidates who meet ONE OR MORE of the following criteria:

• International recognition through prestigious awards, patents, publications, or major contributions to their field
• Leaders in academia & research, entrepreneurship, innovation investing, arts & culture, or elite sports‍
• Prominent and impactful professionals in sectors such as critical technologies, health, renewables, or agri‑tech, space, financial services, etc.

Nomination Requirement:

‍Applicants must be nominated by an Australian citizen/permanent resident, eligible NZ citizen, or an authorized Australian organization with national standing.

Priority Pathway Overview

Applications are prioritized into four categories:

Priority 1: Recipients of top-tier international awards (e.g., Nobel, Olympic gold, Turing Award)

Priority 2: Nominees backed by Australian federal, state, or territory government agencies

Priority 3: Exceptional achievements in critical sectors (e.g., critical technologies, health, renewables)

Priority 4: Significant accomplishments in broader innovation-driven sectors (e.g., ag‑tech, fintech, infrastructure)

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Why Choose Intergate Emigration?

Navigating Australia’s immigration system can be overwhelming. With Intergate Emigration, you benefit from:

• Over 20 years of experience in migration law
• Registered migration agents with up-to-date knowledge of visa policies
• Step-by-step assistance with documents, legal requirements, and follow-ups

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