If you have proven business or investment skills and wish to  start up or invest in an Australian business, you may have an opportunity to obtain permanent residency via a provisional business Visa. These Visas are reliant on you passing a number of tests and financial requirements.  Additionally, there are also State sponsored versions of the other business visas i.e. Senior Executive and Investor Visas, where your business proposal and background may qualify you for a subsidised and easier to obtain Visa, depending on the current criteria.