The world's premier by-invitation-only investor immigration platform — built on 15+ years of migration law expertise and over $2.4 billion in project values. Trusted by ultra-high-net-worth families across Australia, the United States, and New Zealand for residence, citizenship, investment, accounting and tax.
We do not advertise, we do not accept walk-ins, and we do not represent clients who do not meet our rigorous investment threshold criteria. Every engagement begins with a private, senior-partner consultation — and we maintain a waiting list. Our exclusivity is your assurance.
Trident Visa Global is a capital origination and deployment platform integrating immigration law expertise, institutional banking capability, and Asia-Pacific investor networks — purpose-built to channel high-calibre investors into Australia, the United States, and New Zealand.
"Trust is earned through consistent delivery and unwavering integrity. With 15+ years of migration law expertise and $2.4 billion in project values, we don't just know the pathways — we helped shape them."
Our partners maintain active relationships with the Australian Department of Home Affairs, state government investment bodies, and international regulatory authorities — delivering expedited access and program intelligence unavailable to standard applicants.
Led by a former Chief Banking Officer who grew Bank of Sydney from $300M to $2B+ in assets — with 27+ years across NAB, Commonwealth Bank and the Australian Arab Chamber of Commerce. Source-of-funds compliance is our institutional strength.
Deep, direct relationships with high-net-worth individuals across China, Taiwan, India, Singapore, Vietnam, and the Middle East — built over 20+ years of on-the-ground presence and trust.
Deep-dive into each country — lifestyle, visa requirements, our process, citizenship timeline, post-settlement services and why Trident, with 15+ years of migration law expertise and $2.4B+ in project values, delivers outcomes no other firm can match.
Australia is the world's most stable, prosperous and liveable destination for investor migrants. The National Innovation Visa grants permanent residency from the moment it is issued — no provisional period, no staging, no uncertainty. Combined with a AAA-rated economy, world-class healthcare and Australia's strategic position at the heart of the Asia-Pacific, there is no better destination for high-calibre investor families.
Consistently ranked among the world's most liveable countries, Australia offers a rare combination of economic strength, lifestyle quality and strategic advantage that no other investor destination can match.
Universal Medicare delivers free hospital care to all permanent residents. Australia's universities — including University of Sydney, Melbourne, and ANU — consistently rank in the global top 50. Elite private schools offer world-class boarding and day programmes for families.
One of only 9 countries in the world with a AAA sovereign credit rating. Australia achieved 33 consecutive years of uninterrupted GDP growth prior to COVID-19 — the longest streak of any developed economy. Inflation-targeted monetary policy and a fully independent Reserve Bank provide institutional certainty.
Australia sits at the intersection of the world's fastest-growing economies. Free Trade Agreements with China, Japan, South Korea, India and ASEAN provide unmatched market access. Sydney ranks as a top-5 global financial centre by depth and capability.
Over 300 languages spoken. 30% of the population born overseas. Australia is consistently ranked among the world's safest and most socially cohesive nations — a welcoming, globally connected society that integrates new arrivals with remarkable ease.
Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane occupy the top tier of every global liveability ranking. Pristine coastlines, temperate climate, year-round outdoor living and a culture that prizes health, sport and work-life balance make Australia the destination of choice for investor families worldwide.
Australia's global city — the financial capital, home to the ASX, major banking headquarters and Australia's most dynamic property market. Sydney Harbour, Northern Beaches and the Eastern Suburbs offer extraordinary family lifestyle alongside world-class business access.
Ranked the world's most liveable city for 7 consecutive years. Melbourne combines a thriving arts, food and cultural scene with a deeply entrepreneurial technology and innovation ecosystem. Strong Chinese, Indian and Southeast Asian communities make it a natural home for investor families from Asia.
Australia's fastest-growing major city, supercharged by the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Brisbane offers lower entry price points than Sydney and Melbourne, a subtropical climate, and rapid infrastructure investment making it the most compelling growth story in the country.
The NIV is Australia's most prestigious investor pathway — granting permanent residency from Day 1 for individuals who bring genuine innovation value to Australia. Understanding the requirements is the first step to a successful application.
A demonstrated, internationally recognised record of exceptional achievement in business, investment, research, science, technology or innovation. Evidence must include quantifiable outcomes — revenue generated, patents held, capital raised, publications cited, awards received, or enterprises founded and scaled.
Net assets meeting the Department of Home Affairs' prescribed threshold, with a verifiable track record of capital investment and deployment proportionate to the nominated innovation stream. Assets must be lawfully acquired and accurately disclosed.
An application for endorsement must be approved by an Australian state or territory government, or a designated national endorsement body. This endorsement confirms the applicant's capacity to contribute meaningfully to Australia's innovation economy. This is the single most consequential step in the NIV process — and the step where Trident's government relationships deliver a decisive advantage.
Genuine, evidenced intention to establish or continue significant business, investment or innovation activity in Australia following the grant of the visa. This is assessed holistically — business plans, letters of intent, investment term sheets and evidence of existing Australian connections all strengthen the case.
Proficient English as defined by the Department — assessed by IELTS (minimum 6.0 in each component), TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, or Cambridge C1 Advanced. Certain exemptions apply for nationals of English-speaking countries. Trident assesses English requirements during initial eligibility consultation.
All applicants and included family members must meet standard Australian health requirements (chest X-ray and medical examination by an approved panel physician) and character requirements (police clearances from all countries of residence in the past 10 years).
The NIV grants permanent residency from the moment of grant — not a provisional visa, not a temporary residence pathway. You and your family become permanent residents on Day 1.
Unlike predecessor visas (Significant Investor, Business Innovation), the NIV targets genuine innovation — not passive capital deployment. This attracts a higher calibre of applicant and positions NIV holders as strategic national assets in Australia's innovation agenda.
The endorsement requirement is the most consequential step. Trident maintains direct relationships with every major endorsing body and state government investment unit in Australia — relationships built on 15+ years of migration law expertise and an unwavering commitment to transparency and integrity that no other advisory firm can replicate.
Every Trident NIV engagement follows a proven, institutional-grade process — from initial strategy through to visa grant and settlement. No shortcuts. No assumptions. No surprises.
The NIV's greatest advantage is also its most underappreciated — permanent residency from Day 1 means your citizenship clock starts immediately. Most investor pathways globally require years of temporary residence before PR is granted. The NIV eliminates that entirely.
The visa grant is the beginning — not the end. Trident's post-settlement advisory platform ensures every client is positioned for financial success from Day 1 of Australian permanent residency.
We connect clients with institutional-grade Australian investment opportunities aligned to the NIV's priority sectors — and your individual risk and return profile.
Australian tax and accounting obligations commence the moment you become a tax resident. Our specialist accounting partners ensure your structures are optimised before you arrive.
Australia's tax residency rules are complex for international migrants. Our tax advisory partners specialise in precisely the transition you are making — from overseas HNW to Australian permanent resident.
Backed by $2.4 billion in project values through our partnership with Benchmark Capital, Trident Visa Global offers NIV-compliant investment projects in housing, healthcare and education. Clients who invest through our pipeline not only satisfy NIV requirements — they invest alongside institutional partners with rigorous due diligence and Benchmark Capital's proven track record of 34 development projects and a 16.9% average IRR.
We do not accept NIV applications we cannot win. Our pre-lodgement due diligence is as rigorous as a legal opinion — and our direct relationships with the Department of Home Affairs and every major endorsement body in Australia mean we navigate the system from the inside. Every client we accept receives our contractual 100% refund guarantee — professional fees returned in full if the visa is not granted.
Begin Your Australian ApplicationActive relationships with Home Affairs, state investment bodies and every NIV endorsing organisation in Australia. Intelligence and access unavailable to any other firm.
We have prepared and won endorsement applications across every major state government and designated national body. Our success rate is unmatched in the market.
Institutional relationships enable expedited processing. We target 8–12 month NIV grant timelines — significantly faster than the 18–24 month industry average.
Immigration law, investment pipeline, accounting, tax and settlement support — all coordinated by Trident. One relationship, one accountability, one outcome.
The United States is the world's largest economy and most powerful passport jurisdiction. The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is the most recognised investor immigration pathway globally — delivering a US Green Card for the investor and their entire immediate family, with a clear 5-year pathway to one of the world's most powerful citizenships.
The United States offers a combination of economic scale, opportunity, education and global influence that no other destination can replicate. For ultra-high-net-worth investor families, a US Green Card opens doors on every continent.
A USD $28 trillion economy — the largest on earth — with unrivalled access to venture capital, private equity, technology ecosystems and global capital markets. The depth and breadth of US investment opportunity is genuinely without peer.
Harvard, MIT, Stanford, Yale, Princeton, Columbia — the global gold standard in higher education. A US Green Card enables access to domestic tuition rates and dramatically expands admission opportunities for children of investor families.
The US passport ranks #7 globally — visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 186 countries. Combined with the US dollar's status as the world's reserve currency and the strength of the US banking system, US citizenship confers unparalleled global financial reach.
The US equity market has delivered higher long-run returns than any other major economy in the world. Real estate in gateway cities — New York, Miami, Los Angeles — continues to generate strong, defensible returns for HNW investors.
Silicon Valley, New York, Miami and Austin represent the most dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystems in history. EB-5 investors gain direct access to a business environment defined by scale, ambition and the structural infrastructure to build anything.
The financial capital of the world. Wall Street, the NYSE, global banking headquarters and the deepest private equity and hedge fund ecosystem on earth. Manhattan, Brooklyn and the surrounding suburbs offer world-class schooling, culture and lifestyle for investor families.
The fastest-growing major US city — the gateway between the Americas and global capital. Florida has no state income tax, making it the preferred destination for international HNW families seeking US residency. Miami Beach, Coral Gables and Coconut Grove are among the most sought-after residential markets in the US.
The entertainment, media and technology capital of the world. LA combines proximity to Silicon Beach technology companies with a lifestyle that is globally unrivalled — Pacific beaches, year-round sunshine and a deeply cosmopolitan, international culture that is extraordinarily welcoming to investor migrant families.
The EB-5 program has been the gateway to US permanent residency for investor families worldwide since 1990. Understanding the requirements — particularly source of funds — is the foundation of every successful petition.
US$800,000 minimum investment in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA — typically rural areas or areas of high unemployment) or US$1,050,000 in a standard commercial zone. Capital must be placed "at risk" in a qualifying new commercial enterprise — no guaranteed return permitted.
Investment must be placed into either: (a) a USCIS-designated Regional Center project — a pooled investment vehicle pre-approved by USCIS that satisfies job creation requirements via economic modelling; or (b) a direct investment into a new commercial enterprise where the investor is directly involved in management.
The EB-5 investment must directly create or indirectly (via Regional Center economic modelling) preserve at least 10 full-time employment positions for qualifying US workers. Job creation is evidenced at the I-829 conditions removal stage — typically 2 years after Green Card issuance.
This is the cornerstone — and the most common reason EB-5 petitions fail. The investor must provide comprehensive documentation tracing every dollar of invested capital from its lawful origin through every transaction to the investment account. Business sale proceeds, salary history, inheritance, real estate sales and loan proceeds all require specific documentation. Benchmark Capital's institutional banking expertise leads this process.
The investor must be involved in the management or policy formulation of the enterprise — satisfied through directorship, officer appointment, or limited partner membership in a Regional Center. Regional Center LP membership is the most common structure for international investors seeking a largely passive investment.
Applicants must be admissible to the United States — no bars to admission, no immigration violations, no criminal history of disqualifying offences. All family members included in the petition must independently meet US admissibility requirements.
The EB-5 is the only direct path to a US Green Card through investment — for you and your entire immediate family. For non-backlogged nationalities (most countries outside China and India), the I-526E to conditional Green Card timeline is currently 18–24 months.
Regional Center participation allows a largely passive investment — ideal for investors who intend to reside outside the US during the processing period. The investor need not relocate immediately.
Source of funds is where most EB-5 petitions fail. Trident's Chairman, Fawaz Sankari, is a former Chief Banking Officer with 27+ years of institutional banking experience — making Trident uniquely equipped to construct the source-of-funds documentation that USCIS demands.
The EB-5 process demands institutional rigour — particularly in source-of-funds documentation and project selection. Trident's process is built around Benchmark Capital's banking expertise and our US immigration law partnerships.
The EB-5 provides a clear, legislative pathway to one of the world's most powerful citizenships — accessible to any nationality, with no income or asset requirements for the naturalization application itself.
US permanent residency triggers significant new tax and financial obligations. Trident ensures every client is structured correctly — and connected to the right advisers — from the moment their Green Card is issued.
We introduce clients to high-quality US investment opportunities through our Regional Center and direct investment network — beyond the initial EB-5 investment.
New Green Card holders face complex US accounting obligations. Our US CPA partners specialise in international investor-migrant taxation and entity structuring.
The US taxes on worldwide income — one of the few countries globally to do so. Pre-arrival tax planning is not optional for HNW investor-migrants. It is essential.
The EB-5 fails most often at source-of-funds documentation — and this is precisely where Trident is unmatched. Fawaz Sankari, our Chairman, is a former Chief Banking Officer with 27+ years of institutional banking experience across the Bank of Sydney, NAB and Commonwealth Bank. The source-of-funds packages we produce are built to institutional banking standards — not advisory firm standards. USCIS notices the difference.
Begin Your US Application27+ years institutional banking. Our source-of-funds documentation is bulletproof — the decisive differentiator in every EB-5 petition.
Direct relationships with vetted, high-performing Regional Center operators — providing access to the strongest, most defensible EB-5 projects available.
We work in close coordination with licensed US immigration attorneys — seamless petition preparation, USCIS liaison and conditions removal managed jointly.
Shirley Lo Presti's 20+ year China and Taiwan network — specialist SAFE, PBOC and foreign currency compliance for Chinese and Taiwanese investors.
New Zealand holds the world's #2 passport — and uniquely, NZ citizenship grants the right to live and work in Australia freely under the Closer Economic Relations Agreement. For investor families seeking a dual AU/NZ strategy, New Zealand is the most powerful and efficient entry point available. A pristine environment, world-leading political stability and a dynamic investment market make it a compelling destination in its own right.
New Zealand offers something genuinely unique — the world's #2 passport, combined with the right to live in Australia. For investor families who want a world-class lifestyle, political security and maximum geographic optionality, NZ delivers everything.
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 192 countries — more than almost any other nation on earth. The NZ passport consistently outranks Australia, Canada, the UK and all but a handful of European nations in global mobility benchmarks.
Under the Closer Economic Relations Agreement, NZ citizens have the unconditional right to live, work, study and access social services in Australia — indefinitely. This effectively delivers two of the world's most coveted residencies with a single citizenship decision.
New Zealand consistently ranks #1 or #2 globally in political stability, government effectiveness and rule of law indices. The country has no history of military conflict on home soil, no significant organised crime, and one of the world's lowest corruption ratings. For HNW families, this matters deeply.
The World Bank's Ease of Doing Business Index has consistently ranked New Zealand among the world's top 2 countries. Low corporate tax, transparent regulation, an independent judiciary and a strong property rights framework provide exceptional certainty for investor families.
NZ is experiencing rapid growth in technology, agribusiness, renewable energy, tourism and property — supported by strong fundamentals, an export-oriented economy and a government committed to attracting foreign direct investment. The NZX provides institutional-grade listed market access.
New Zealand's largest city and commercial capital — home to the NZX, major banking headquarters and the country's most diverse, cosmopolitan population. Strong Chinese, Indian and Korean communities, excellent private schooling and proximity to both beach and bush make Auckland the natural first choice for investor families.
New Zealand's capital and the centre of government, culture and creative industries. Compact and extraordinarily liveable, Wellington offers direct access to government ministers, regulators and policy makers — invaluable for investors seeking to engage with the AIP programme and government-supported investment projects.
The world's adventure capital and New Zealand's most glamorous lifestyle destination — set against the dramatic Southern Alps on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Queenstown attracts ultra-HNW investors seeking a premium lifestyle environment. The property market here is among the most sought-after in the Southern Hemisphere.
The Active Investor Plus Visa is New Zealand's premium investor immigration pathway — designed for engaged, high-calibre investors who bring genuine economic value to the New Zealand economy.
A minimum of NZD $5,000,000 in acceptable investment funds. The full NZD $5M must be placed into approved categories within the investment period. Higher investment thresholds apply if the investor does not meet English language requirements — an additional NZD $2M is required as an offset, bringing the total to NZD $7M.
Category A (Direct investment): Direct investment into eligible NZ businesses — minimum 21 days in NZ per year. Category B (Managed funds): Investment into INZ-approved NZ managed funds — minimum 21 days in NZ per year. Category C (Listed equities): Investment into NZX-listed companies — minimum 105 days in NZ per year. Investors may mix categories proportionately.
The AIP requires demonstrable active engagement with investments — board directorships, management involvement, investor meetings and documented oversight of investment activity. This distinguishes the AIP from passive investor visa categories. Trident monitors and documents all engagement obligations throughout the investment period.
21 days per year for Category A (direct) and Category B (managed funds) investments. 105 days per year for Category C (NZX listed equities). Presence must be documented — Trident manages all presence tracking and INZ reporting throughout the investment period.
IELTS minimum 5.0 in each band (or equivalent PTE, TOEFL, Cambridge testing). Applicants who do not meet the English requirement may instead invest an additional NZD $2M (total NZD $7M), offset against the English language requirement.
Standard health examinations for all applicants and included family members. Police clearances from all countries of residence. INZ requires the applicant to demonstrate that invested funds are available, accessible and from a lawful source — verified via a New Zealand-compliant Funds Verification Report.
The NZ AIP is the fastest-rising investor visa in the Asia-Pacific — and for excellent reason. The #2 global passport, the right to live in Australia, and a streamlined PR pathway make it uniquely compelling.
For investors seeking a dual AU/NZ strategy, the AIP is the optimal entry point. NZ citizenship grants CER rights to Australia — delivering two of the world's most coveted residencies for one investment decision.
Trident has established direct relationships with INZ, approved NZ managed fund operators and NZX-listed investment vehicles — ensuring clients invest into compliant, commercially sound assets from Day 1.
The AIP process requires precise investment structuring, rigorous INZ documentation and active compliance management over a 3-year investment period. Trident manages every step — from first consultation to permanent residency.
NZ citizenship is the most strategically powerful outcome in investor immigration — delivering a #2 ranked passport and unconditional right to live and work in Australia. For investors managing pan-Pacific interests, it is genuinely unmatched.
New Zealand's tax and investment environment rewards those who plan carefully. Trident's post-settlement platform connects NZ AIP clients with specialist advisers across investment, accounting and tax — from the very first day of residency.
We connect clients with high-quality NZ investment opportunities — both for AIP compliance and for ongoing wealth generation in New Zealand and Australia.
NZ company establishment, IRD registration and accounting structures are different from Australia and Asia — our specialist NZ accounting partners ensure full compliance from Day 1.
NZ's tax system is distinct — and for investors with AU, Chinese, Indian or Middle Eastern assets, the interaction between NZ and other tax systems requires expert management from Day 1 of residency.
No other advisory firm can offer what Trident offers — seamless NZ AIP and Australian NIV expertise under one roof. For clients who begin with the NZ AIP, we simultaneously assess Australian NIV eligibility — so that if you wish to progress to Australian permanent residency at any point, the pathway is already clear, the endorsement strategy is already designed, and the transition is managed without interruption.
Trident Visa Global is the only investor immigration firm offering both Australian NIV and New Zealand AIP expertise — and the only firm positioned to execute a seamless dual-country strategy. Our relationships with INZ, approved NZ fund managers and NZX-listed investment vehicles ensure clients invest into compliant, performing assets from Day 1. Our Australian expertise means clients who want Australian PR can progress to it without changing advisers, losing momentum, or starting the process again.
Begin Your NZ ApplicationNIV and AIP expertise under one roof. The only firm able to execute a seamless dual-country investment migration strategy.
Direct relationships with INZ, approved NZ managed fund operators and NZX-listed investment vehicles. Compliant assets from Day 1.
Trident actively monitors presence, investment engagement and INZ reporting across the entire 3-year investment period. No compliance gaps.
Shirley Lo Presti's 20+ years with Chinese and Taiwanese HNW families. The preferred partner for Asian investors choosing New Zealand.
Most immigration firms stop the moment your visa is granted. Trident begins. Our post-settlement advisory platform provides every client with the investment, accounting and tax infrastructure needed to maximise their wealth — in every country we serve.
Trust is earned through consistent delivery and unwavering integrity. We do not accept an application we cannot win. Our pre-lodgement due diligence is as rigorous as the application itself — because your outcome demands nothing less.
15+ years of migration law expertise and direct relationships with the Australian Department of Home Affairs, state government investment bodies, USCIS-approved operators and Immigration New Zealand. We don't navigate the system — we are part of it.
Led by a former Chief Banking Officer who grew $300M to $2B+ in banking assets. Our source-of-funds documentation, AML/CTF compliance and investment structuring capability is institutional-grade — not advisory-firm standard.
Chairman of the China Investment Program. Director of Path Migration. 20+ years of direct HNI relationships across China, Taiwan, India, Singapore and Vietnam. Our investor pipeline is unlike anything our competitors can access.
Our institutional relationships with Home Affairs, INZ and USCIS-approved operators enable processing timelines competitors cannot achieve. We target 6–9 months for Australian NIV and 12 months for NZ AIP grant.
Australia, the United States and New Zealand — comprehensive expertise across all three programs. We are uniquely positioned to advise on multi-country strategies, giving clients optionality no single-country firm can offer.
From initial eligibility assessment through to citizenship — immigration law, investment structuring, source-of-funds compliance, family migration, banking, property and settlement. Every step covered.
Every application is subject to the same rigour as a legal opinion — credentials verified, evidence audited, and risk assessed before a single document is prepared.
Our selectivity is your protection. We will tell you honestly if your application is not ready — and we will tell you exactly what it will take to make it ready.
Over fifteen years of migration law expertise, combined with $2.4 billion in project values through our partners, means we have navigated every scenario — and our track record speaks for itself.
Trust is the foundation of everything we do. With 15+ years of migration law expertise and over $2.4 billion in project values delivered through our partnership with Benchmark Capital, we offer the complete lifecycle of an investor's journey — residence, citizenship, investment, accounting, tax and settlement. For ultra-high-net-worth families, there is no other firm that offers what we do — under one roof, with the integrity, transparency and government relationships to back it up.
Every Trident client engagement begins with a private, no-obligation consultation with one of our senior partners — not a junior adviser. Tell us your objectives and we will design the optimal pathway for you and your family.