GDK Posted May 10, 2019 Report Share Posted May 10, 2019 Hi im 57 now sold my business and would like to move to Australia. what are the chances that i can buy into a business or buy a small business outright. I don't think anyone would employ me at my age although im still fit and healthy and have a wide range of skills. Any info would be appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SD_MOA Posted May 23, 2019 Report Share Posted May 23, 2019 Hello Gavin, I am afraid that as you are over 55 years old it will be extremely difficult for you to secure a permanent visa for Australia. You can have a look at the business visas here. If you can secure employment with an Australian company willing to sponsor you you may be able to apply for a SC482 temporary work visa. Once you have worked for them for more than 3 years on the SC482 visa and if you have earned more than the high income threshold (currently $145,000 p/a) then your employer may be able to sponsor you for PR. I hope this helps! Regards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ottg Posted May 24, 2019 Report Share Posted May 24, 2019 @SD_MOAIs the following possible: Purchase a large majority shareholding in a company. The company (which is an independent person) then sponsors you. After 3 years the company sponsor you for PR.Just need to make sure all the contracts and clauses are in place to cover you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SD_MOA Posted May 28, 2019 Report Share Posted May 28, 2019 Hello Otto, you are able to be sponsored by an Australian company without becoming a share holder as long as you have the skills and qualifications required to fill a role on the appropriate skills list. It is no longer easy to 'self sponsor' so that is not a viable option. I hope this helps. Regards 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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