Subclass 858 – National Innovation Visa
This permanent visa is for individuals with an internationally recognised record of exceptional achievement in a profession, sport, the arts, or academia and research.
You can
stay in Australia permanently
work and study in Australia
enrol in Medicare
sponsor relatives to come to Australia
travel to and from Australia for 5 years
apply for Australian citizenship if eligible




You must
Must be invited to apply for this visa and lodge your visa application within 60 days of invitation. Expression of Interest (EOI) is needed for this visa.
Either be in or outside Australia but not in immigration clearance when you apply and when we grant this visa
Have an internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievement in one of the following areas:
- a profession
- a sport
- the arts
- academia and research.
have a nominator with a national reputation in your area of talent who is one of the following:
- an Australian citizen
- an Australian permanent resident
- an eligible New Zealand citizen
- an Australian organisation.