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Client stories · Australia National Innovation Visa (NIV) — Incubator Pathway

Fees and refunds explained upfront, and the NIV with confidence

Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director

Summary

Ms Yeung’s Australia NIV experience. She wanted to move her family to Australia.

Background

Ms Yeung, from Hsinchu, applied with her husband and one child. She wanted to move her family to Australia.

Main concern

She worried about unclear fees and refund terms.

Our approach

We set out all fees and refund terms in writing from the start, then helped build the project and apply.

Process and outcome

She was approved in about 14 months and then set up a company in Australia.

Adviser’s comment

Clear fees and refund terms let you decide with confidence.

Australia NIV application process

  1. Assessment and incubation agreement (About 2–4 weeks): We assess your background and project direction and sign the incubation agreement.
  2. Nomination and expression of interest (About 4 weeks): The incubator helps secure the Form 1000 nomination and you submit an expression of interest (EOI).
  3. Invitation and application (4–8 weeks): Once invited, you must lodge the visa application within 60 days.
  4. Decision and arrival (About 6–12 months): Once approved, travel to Australia to activate permanent residence, set up the company and advance R&D and commercialisation.

Is this right for you?

Every family’s background and timeline is different. To find out whether a similar plan could work for you, book a free consultation with Global Immigrate.

Based on a real client’s experience; names and some details have been changed for privacy.

Learn more: Australia National Innovation Visa (NIV) — Incubator Pathway

FAQ

Does the NIV itself require an investment?

No. The NIV sets no investment amount; USD 160,000 is the incubator pathway’s programme fee, covering the project, R&D partnerships and the nomination.

Is the fee refunded if the application is refused?

Yes. If the application is refused, we refund the service fees you have paid in full under the service agreement; the exact terms are explained clearly before you sign.

Does the incubator take equity in the company?

No. You wholly own the company that runs the project.

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