Australian Capital Territory (ACT)

Business in the capital

The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) is one of Australia’s leading research clusters. The nation’s capital is also a business-savvy centre and is in the process of transforming itself into a creative city. As a city-state, the ACT enjoys a single-tier system of government, which efficiently implements local and state government powers to stimulate an environment conducive to business and entrepreneurship. In short, the ACT is a hub where ideas meet opportunity.

Support and policies

In support of this, the ACT Government supports a range of business-friendly policies and programs to facilitate new investments into the Territory and operates a one-stop investment facilitation service. The government operates a Regional Certifying Body to support appropriate skilled and business migration, so if you are a successful business person, the government offers a range of visa sponsorships to help you invest and/or establish your business in the ACT.

Open for business

There are only a few places in the world that can truly offer the right access to key decision-makers, innovative knowledge flows, modern infrastructure and liveability that are vital to the success of your international business and migration endeavours – Canberra is one of those places and is open for business.