Investor Guide
This guide is designed to help international investors and businesses navigate investing and operating in Australia. It is an online guide to the regulations, considerations and assistance relevant to investing in, establishing and running a business in Australia, with direct links to relevant regulators and government agencies that relate to Australian Government regulation and available assistance.
To get started, select a topic below.
Coming to Australia
Information on the range of Australian visa options and immigration requirements.
Investing in Australia
Information on investing in Australia as a foreign entity, types of investment which require government approval, investor obligations, and how to apply for approval.
Support programs in Australia
Information on grants and assistance, R&D tax incentives, major project facilitation, and support for exporters.
Australia has a federal system with three levels of government: the Australian Government, State and Territory Governments, and Local Governments. See Austrade's Introduction to the levels of government in Australia: implications for investors (PDF, 1.03MB) publication for more information.
State and territory governments in Australia also have responsibility for various aspects of business regulation and offer assistance to foreign investors. Where appropriate, the Guide will direct you to contact relevant state or territories for more information and assistance in these areas.
Seek Advice
Please note: This guide is intended to assist you in finding the relevant information and to give you a starting point for discussion with advisers. This guide does not eliminate the need for professional advice. It is strongly recommended that you use professional advisers to advise you on legal, compliance and tax matters.