Changes to the foreign investment rules announced through the 2017-18 Budget, some with immediate effect.
The 2015-16 FIRB Annual Report is now available on the FIRB website. It shows continued growth in foreign investment in…
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Detailed guidance is available to assist investors understand and comply with Australia’s foreign investment framework. For detailed information please read our guidance notes.
9 May 2017
In the 2017-18 Budget, the Australian Government announced several changes regarding the foreign investment framework. Information on each of these changes is provided below. The final details will be subject to the passage of legislation. Further information on the 2017-18 Budget is available at the Budget website. 50 per cent foreign ownership cap for New…
9 May 2017
The 2015-16 FIRB Annual Report is now available on the FIRB website. It shows continued growth in foreign investment in Australia and growing interest in commercial property and infrastructure-like assets.
8 April 2017
Treasurer Scott Morrison has today announced the appointment of David Irvine AO as Chair of the Foreign Investment Review Board, replacing outgoing Chair Brian Wilson.
9 March 2017
The screening of non-sensitive commercial real estate and internal reorganisation (restructure) foreign investment applications will be undertaken by the ATO from 1 April 2017. This is an internal administrative change by Government and will not require any action by Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) applicants. A number of factors will be taken into consideration when…
8 March 2017
The Government has released a consultation paper on proposed changes to Australia's foreign investment framework. The consultation paper seeks views from stakeholders on proposed changes in the areas of residential land, non-vacant commercial land, low sensitivity business investment and fees. The paper also provides an opportunity for stakeholders to present examples on how technical issues…
