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Australia Business Owner Visa (Subclass 890)

Last Updated: 02 July 2026

Why apply for an Australia Business Owner Visa?

The Business Owner Visa (Subclass 890) is a permanent visa pathway for eligible holders of certain former business and investment provisional visas who have established and operated a business in Australia.

  • Live in Australia permanently
  • Work and study in Australia
  • Access Australia's public healthcare system, subject to eligibility
  • Sponsor eligible family members for Australian visas
  • Travel to and from Australia for up to 5 years after the visa is granted

Australia Business Owner Visa Subclass 890

The Business Owner Visa (Subclass 890) allows eligible business owners to obtain permanent residence in Australia after meeting the requirements associated with their qualifying provisional visa and business activities.

The visa is designed for people who have established and operated a business in Australia and meet the relevant residence, business ownership and management requirements.

Eligibility Criteria for Subclass 890

To be eligible for the Subclass 890 visa, applicants must generally:

  • Hold, or have held, an eligible qualifying provisional visa, such as:
    • Business Owner (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 160)
    • Senior Executive (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 161)
    • Investor (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 162)
    • State/Territory Sponsored Business Owner (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 163)
    • State/Territory Sponsored Senior Executive (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 164)
    • State/Territory Sponsored Investor (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 165)
  • Have met the applicable Australian residence requirement while holding the qualifying visa.
  • Own and operate an eligible business in Australia.
  • Meet the relevant business ownership and management requirements.
  • Meet Australia's health and character requirements.
  • Sign the Australian Values Statement and comply with Australian laws.

Requirements for an Australia Business Owner Visa

Applicants may need to provide documents supporting their identity, residence history, business ownership and management activities, including:

  • Valid passport and identity documents
  • Evidence of the qualifying provisional visa
  • Business ownership documents
  • Australian Business Number (ABN), where applicable
  • Business registration and licensing documents
  • Evidence of business activities and management
  • Financial and business records
  • Evidence of residence in Australia
  • Qualifications and relevant business or professional experience
  • Character documents, where required
  • Health examination results, if requested
  • Australian Values Statement
  • Relevant forms and supporting documents required by the Department of Home Affairs

The exact documentation depends on the applicant's circumstances and the qualifying visa held.

Steps to Apply for Subclass 890

Step 1: Check your eligibility
Confirm that you hold or have held a qualifying provisional visa and satisfy the Subclass 890 requirements.

Step 2: Prepare your documents
Collect evidence covering your residence, business ownership, business operations, identity and character.

Step 3: Submit the Subclass 890 application
Complete the application and provide the required supporting documents.

Step 4: Complete additional requirements
Respond to any requests from the Department of Home Affairs, including health or character requirements if applicable.

Step 5: Receive the visa decision
Once approved, you can live in Australia permanently and access the rights associated with Australian permanent residence.

Subclass 890 Visa Processing Time

Processing times can vary depending on the completeness of the application, verification requirements and the applicant's individual circumstances. Applicants should check the current Department of Home Affairs processing information before applying.

Business Owner Subclass 890 Visa Cost

Visa charges can change over time. The previously published fee of AUD 2,810 should not be presented as a guaranteed current fee. Applicants should verify the applicable charge at the time of application.

How can WorldVisaHelp help you?

WorldVisaHelp provides structured immigration assistance for applicants planning their move to Australia. Our support can include:

  • Australia visa eligibility assessment
  • Personalised guidance for Australian immigration pathways
  • Document checklist and application preparation
  • Guidance on business and investment migration options
  • Assistance with Australia PR pathways
  • English-language test guidance, including PTE and IELTS
  • Career and migration pathway consultation
  • Application review and submission guidance

Important: Subclass 890 is a legacy business migration pathway tied to specific former provisional visa subclasses. Applicants should confirm that their previous visa history makes them eligible before treating Subclass 890 as a current migration option.