Existing holders & pending BIIP matters
Business & Investor
BIIP closed to new applications on 31 July 2024. Support for eligible existing holders and pending matters.
Your options and important requirements.
The Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) closed to new applications on 31 July 2024. This is not a new business or investor visa pathway. Meloney Kumar provides advice for eligible existing subclass 188 holders and pending matters, including applicable visa obligations, evidence preparation and whether a subclass 888 application is available under the relevant stream requirements.
Home Affairs: BIIP closure and pending matters ↗Highlights
- BIIP is closed to new applications
- Advice for eligible existing subclass 188 holders
- Review of pending matters and existing obligations
- Subclass 888 assessment where requirements are met
What you'll need to qualify.
Existing visa or pending matter
Provide details of your existing subclass 188 visa or pending BIIP application. New BIIP applications are not available.
Stream-specific requirements
Eligibility depends on your stream, grant date, visa conditions and applicable business or investment obligations.
Nomination and residence
Check any required state or territory nomination and residence criteria for an eligible subclass 888 application.
Evidence of compliance
Provide records demonstrating the relevant business, investment and other requirements. A permanent visa outcome is not guaranteed.
A packet worth the paperwork.
We provide a personalised checklist and review every item before lodgement.
- Existing visa grant letter and pending application records
- Business ownership and financial records
- Investment and compliance records relevant to your stream
- State or territory nomination records where required
- Residence and travel history
- Health and character documentation
From engagement to decision.
- 01
Paid consultation
Review your existing visa or pending matter.
By appointment
- 02
Requirements review
Identify obligations and any available next steps.
Case-dependent
- 03
Evidence preparation
Collect stream-specific records and nomination evidence where needed.
Case-dependent
- 04
Eligible application or response
Lodge a subclass 888 application if eligible, or respond to a pending matter.
When requirements are met
- 05
Decision
Home Affairs assesses the matter against applicable requirements.
Variable; not guaranteed
Answers to the common questions.
Can I make a new BIIP application?+
No. BIIP closed to new applications on 31 July 2024. This service is for eligible existing visa holders and pending matters.
Can an existing subclass 188 holder apply for subclass 888?+
Potentially, if the applicable stream-specific requirements are met. Meloney Kumar can assess your visa history, obligations and evidence in a paid consultation.
What if my BIIP application is still pending?+
Pending applications and withdrawal or refund options depend on the applicable arrangements. Obtain advice about your specific matter and check the official Home Affairs closure information.
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