In an Australia-first, migration specialist Bravo Migration and leading start up experts Business Switch have partnered to help the Brazilian and South American communities start up business in Australia.
“This is the first time our community has been able to access professional Australian business start up advice. It has been much needed as, up to now, there has been too much confusion and misunderstanding about starting a business in Australia,” said Erica Carneiro, Managing Director of Bravo Migration.
“Many people on temporary visas in Australia (such as students, family members of people on work Sponsorship Visas, Graduate Skilled Visa holders and others) don’t know that they can start and own a business in Australia.
“We have also seen a significant increase from people outside of Australia wanting to move here and either open a branch of their company or start a new enterprise in Australia,” said Ms Carneiro. “This is also a migration/visa pathway and we wanted to help clients who want to follow it.”
South American cultures are, at their heart, entrepreneurial and passionate
Matthew Abrahams, Managing Director of Business Switch said; “We love the fact that South American cultures are, at their heart, entrepreneurial and passionate about business. Where other cultures, such as Chinese, seek to buy existing businesses in Australia, we have found the Latin communities more focused on starting their own.
“Partnering with Bravo Migration provides the perfect bridge between the community and our expert business start up services.
“For example, through Bravo Migration, clients can learn about Business Switch services in their native language - Portuguese or Spanish. It provides the perfect start to understanding how to get a business operational in Australia,” Mr Abrahams said.
Ms Carneiro emphasized that, from a migration perspective, starting up a business in Australia will not automatically provide a visa to stay in Australia. However, it is considered a Migration Pathway.
“If someone starts a business in Australia on a temporary visa and the business is successful, to the point where it reaches some, very realistic, Department of Immigration targets, that person might be eligible for a Permanent Visa on the basis of that business.
What makes this partnership unique is, for the first time in Australia, Bravo Migration and Business Switch can help people to create a Business to Residence path, and via their combined services make sure that you grow a successful business and that the visa process is seamless,” she said
Another area of focus are Business Visas for company owners outside of Australia, who want to invest in Australia by opening branches or investing in new business in Australia.
If company owners meet all the Department of Immigration requirements and present a business plan that shows their business idea and investment is viable, they can get a visa to live in Australia and manage the business for an initial four years.
If the business meets Department of Immigration targets, there are options to apply for permanent residence afterwards.
“Investment into Australia strengthens our economy. Our partnership with Bravo Migration will make the process more easily understood by the South American market. At the end of the day, knowledge is power,” added Mr Abrahams.
Inaugural business Start up Seminar to be held 15 April 2010
The first initiative of the new partnership will be the launch of the first “Start Up Smart Seminar” hosted by Bravo Migration and Business Switch.
The first event will be held on 15 April. Seats are strictly limited and filling fast. Interested parties are encouraged to make contact as soon as possible.
Details are as follows:
Start Up Smart Seminar
When: Thursday 15th April 2010 @ 6PM
Where: Bravo Migration – Level 12, 95 Pitt Street, Sydney
How much: A$39.95
Bookings on (02) 8249-8149 with Priscila
About Business Switch
Business Switch is Australia’s leading business start up company. They are solely focused on helping people successfully start up in business. They utilize a proven method and have an expert team who understands the start up process. This ensures people start their business successfully, save time and money, and secure support during the critical start up process. http://www.business-switch.com.au/
About Bravo Migration
Bravo Migration is a migration agency with a difference: a track record of ethical and professional service delivery. Their vision is to provide innovative and relevant service to its clients. They offer Migration Assistance through their Visa Assessment, Visa Strategy and Visa Application Services. This ensures people go through a migration/visa process with the right support and achieve positive outcomes. www.bravomigration.com.au
Source: Bravo Migration, March 2010.
