Getting Started

The Queensland Government and Brisbane City Council are open for business, welcoming investment and encouraging domestic and overseas companies to consider everything Brisbane has to offer as a business destination.

Australia is currently ranked the seventh-easiest country in the world in which to start a business (World Bank Group, Doing Business 2015). For three consecutive years Australia has also been ranked in the top 10 global destinations for foreign direct investment (FDI) attracting US$50 billion in FDI during 2013 (United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, World Investment Report 2014). 

There are a number of considerations to be made when you establish your business in Australia, and Brisbane Economic Development Agency’s Investment Attraction team is ready to assist you to overcome any hurdle you may encounter. 

Through our connections within the Brisbane community, we are able to connect you with the most appropriate specialist who can assist you with:

• Establishing your business
• Legal Services, including FIRB and Immigration; and 
• Days to establish your business 
• An overview of your anticipated operational costs including:
  • Office costs
  • Industrial Space Costs
  • Utility Costs

Legal, FIRB and Immigration

Australia is a great place to do business. People wanting to start a business or invest in Australia can do so with the right visa.

Starting a Business With Ease

The World Bank has ranked Australia seventh in the world for ease of starting a business.

Structuring Your Business

Establishing your business in Australia, more specifically Brisbane, is not only an attractive proposition, it is an easy process.