推出新的国家创新签证，取代全球人才签证

在 2024 年联邦预算中，澳大利亚政府宣布计划在 2024 年底之前取代全球人才签证（858 子类别），并逐步取消新的商业创新与投资签证（188 子类别）计划。新签证--"国家创新签证 "将取代这些签证，成为优秀移民在关键部门和行业为澳大利亚国家发展做出贡献的主要途径。

The National Innovation visa launched on 7 December 2024 and uses the same subclass number, 858, that the Global Talent visa previously used.

本博客将解释现有两个签证计划的变化，并深入介绍新的国家创新签证的预期内容，以及这些变化对当前和未来申请人可能产生的影响。

对于已经申请或正在考虑这两种签证选择的人，澳大利亚移民代理可以就新的签证选择提供具体的建议和指导，并解决他们可能有的任何问题。

什么是全球人才签证？ 

全球人才签证（858 子类别）是一种技术签证，旨在简化特定领域高技能、优秀人才和杰出人士的澳大利亚移民手续。它是 "全球人才独立计划 "的基石，该计划旨在吸引澳大利亚重要领域的人才，以促进技能转移、创新和创造就业，从而使澳大利亚在社会和经济方面受益。该签证涵盖体育、学术、艺术和研究等多个领域的专业人才。该计划采用有限配额制，要求申请人满足特定的资格标准，如证明其全球知名度、获得认可担保人的提名以及证明其对澳大利亚的潜在贡献。这一途径对个人和组织都很有吸引力，同时也惠及更广泛的澳大利亚社会。成功申请者及其家人将获得澳大利亚永久居留权及相关福利。

什么是商业创新与投资签证计划？ 

The Business Innovation and Investment visa (subclass 188) program was established to stimulate innovation and investment in the Australian economy. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the program’s focus shifted towards promoting economic growth in Australia’s business sector. It allowed successful applicants to come to Australia to own and manage a business or engage in entrepreneurial activities. The program is divided into four main streams, each centred on either business operations or significant investment in the Australian economy. It attracted both individuals and the Australian Government by offering a platform for overseas individuals to contribute innovatively to the economy.

The Business Innovation and Investment visa closed to new applications on 31 July 2024, across all its streams (Business Innovation, Investor, Significant Investor, Premium Investor, and Entrepreneur). This closure is permanent ;the Department of Home Affairs is not accepting new subclass 188 applications.

Existing subclass 188 holders aren't left without a pathway, they can still apply for the permanent subclass 888 visa, and some 188 streams still allow extension applications for current holders.

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Why were these visas replaced?

继澳大利亚政府 2023 年移民审查之后，2024 年联邦预算中宣布全球人才签证（858 子类别）和商业创新与投资签证（188 子类别）计划将进行调整。这些修改是政府完善和限制移民以符合澳大利亚国家利益的广泛战略的一部分。

移民审查》发现，无论是全球人才签证还是商业创新与投资签证，都没有为澳大利亚公众带来预期的经济效益。考虑到对全球人才签证的高需求、其提名要求及其对澳大利亚的重要性，建议重新考虑全球人才签证。建议仿效英国的做法。关于商业创新与投资签证计划，审查强调其对经济和财政的贡献低于预期。审查得出结论，该计划需要彻底改革才能有效。其他联邦机构的研究也支持这一结论。

因此，根据《移民审查报告》中的评估，澳大利亚政府决定推出一种新的签证，旨在以对澳大利亚更有效、更高效的方式吸引特别优秀的人才。

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How the National Innovation visa works

The National Innovation visa is invitation-only. You can't apply directly — you first submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect, setting out your achievements and how you could contribute to Australia. Submitting an EOI doesn't guarantee an invitation.

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible, you generally need an internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievement in an eligible field, and the ability to demonstrate you can make a significant contribution to Australia. There's no strict age limit, but applicants under 18 or 55 and over generally need to demonstrate they'd be of "exceptional benefit" to the Australian community. Most successful applicants are also expected to show they could earn at or above a high income threshold set annually by the Fair Work Commission.

The nomination process

As part of your visa application (after being invited), your achievements need to be attested to by a nominator, using Form 1000. A nominator can be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen with a national reputation in your field, or an Australian organisation. This is a separate step from any state or territory government nomination some applicants may also pursue at the EOI stage.

Fields of expertise

The National Innovation visa prioritises fields that align with Australia's national interest and future economic growth, such as critical and emerging technologies, health industries, and renewable and low-emission technologies, alongside established areas like research, academia, the arts, and sport. Which field you fall into can affect how quickly your EOI is considered.

Permanent residency

Unlike the closed subclass 188, the National Innovation visa grants permanent residence directly, with no provisional or temporary stage first.

The National Innovation visa is sometimes described as being delivered through a broader "Talent and Innovation" program, alongside other pathways the Department uses to attract skilled migrants to Australia.

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What does this mean for applicants?

Individuals affected by these changes, those considering applying, or anyone with questions should seek guidance from an Australian Migration Agent to explore potential next steps and assess their visa options.

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在澳大利亚移民代理公司，我们精通签证申请，经验丰富。我们的团队可以在申请过程的任何阶段为个人提供帮助，从提供有关潜在选择的初步信息到帮助递交签证申请。

If you are considering the National Innovation visa or were affected by the closure of the Business Innovation and Investment visa, contact an Australian Migration Agent for tailored advice and guidance.