BK3.30 Invitation to Apply for residence under the... (26/11/2007)

BK3.30 Invitation to Apply for residence under the General (Active) Investor Category

Immigration Act 1987 s13D and 13E

1. People whose Expressions of Interest have been selected from the Pool may be issued with an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for residence under the General (Active) Investor Category if:
   1. the information provided does not indicate the presence of any health or character issues which may adversely affect their ability to be granted residence under the General (Active) Investor Category; and
   2. a business immigration specialist considers that the person's claims in regards to:
   • points for age, business experience, investment funds; and
   • English language ability; and
   • settlement funds,

   which were the basis for selection from the Pool, are credible.

2. A business immigration specialist may seek further evidence, information or submissions from a person whose Expression of Interest has been selected from the Pool, for the purpose of determining their eligibility to be granted residence under the General (Active) Investor Category.
3. A business immigration specialist's decision to invite a person to apply for residence under the General (Active) Investor Category (based on information, evidence and submissions provided prior to application) does not guarantee:
   1. that the points claimed by the applicant will be awarded; or
   2. a positive assessment in respect of health, character, English language, or any other policy requirements, of any subsequent application for residence.
4. The selection of an Expression of Interest from the Pool may not result in an Invitation to Apply for residence under the General (Active) Investor Category.

Effective 26/11/2007