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About this guide
The Australian Foreign Investment Guide is an online information resource developed for investors, both prospective and current, in Australia, . The Guide contains detailed information covering the regulations, considerations and assistance relevant to investing in, establishing and running a business in Australia, and also useful links to relevant authorities and bodies.
The Guide index shows that the information is grouped under five key activities undertaken by investors, Coming to Australia, Investing in Australia, Setting up a business in Australia, Running a business in Australia, and Understanding Australian government support programs.
We welcome you to contact an Austrade Investment Specialist at any stage of your investment journey for further assistance.
Guide index
- Includes information on visas for business people, employer-sponsored workers, and employer-sponsored labour agreements.
- Includes information on Australia's Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) and Foreign Investment Policy Framework with particular reference to investor obligations, monetary thresholds, and investment proposals.
- Includes information on Deciding on a business structure, Establishing an Australian company, Registering as a foreign company, Acquiring an Australian company, obtaining business premises, listing on the ASX, and registering a trade mark and domain name.
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- Includes information on finding government grants and assistance, finding and developing staff, R&D tax incentives, the Australian Government Major Project Facilitation Program, and Tourism Major Project Facilitation Service.
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.