Investor Retirement Visa

Visa Criteria

1. You must be at least 55 years of age and have no dependents other than a spouse. Your spouse can be under 55 years of age.

2. You must be sponsored by a State/Territory government in Australia.

3. If you intend to live in a regional area of Australia, you must have at least:
   • $500,000 assets available for transfer to Australia AND;
   • $50,000 net annual income from investment or pension rights.

4. If you intend to live in a non-regional area of Australia, you must have at least:
   • $750,000 assets available for transfer to Australia AND;
   • $65,000 net annual income from investment or pension rights.

   You must have held all of the assets for 2 years before applying, unless the assets relate to inheritance, superannuation, or pension rights.

5. You must invest in State/Territory government bonds:
   • $500,000 if you intend to live in a regional area OR;
   • $750,000 if you intend to live in a non-regional area.

6. You must meet health, character, public interest and special return criteria.

How do I apply?

Visa Conditions

• This visa allows you to stay temporarily in Australia for 4 years.
• If you wish to stay longer, you can apply for a further Investor Retirement visa which is valid for another 4 years. You will need to satisfy certain health and financial criteria, and also lodge a further bond.
• You are not entitled to social security or welfare benefits while in Australia, and you will need to take out adequate health insurance to cover your stay in Australia.
• You will be entitled to work for up to 20 hours per week on your investor retirement visa.