Planning

A front door for investment in Victoria

Our Investment Gateway offers a streamlined approach to engaging with the Victorian Government, serving as your single-entry point for all investment related support.

As part of the Victorian Government’s Economic Growth Statement (2024), the Gateway delivers tailored facilitation support to eligible domestic and international businesses looking to set-up, grow or expand in Victoria. Whether you’re seeking opportunities in advanced manufacturing and defence, digital technologies, housing, or one of our other priority areas, we are here to assist every step of the way.

The help we offer

Invest Victoria will triage your project to expert teams so that you can seamlessly access support across government.

We can help you with:

• Business case and market entry
• Connecting with the local business ecosystem
• Identifying suitable sites
• Identifying and facilitating development approval pathways
• Utilities connections
• Advice on government financial support
• Support in accessing international markets

Immediate support for eligible projects

If your project aligns with Victorian Government priorities and demonstrates significant value-add to the economy, you may qualify for immediate case management support.

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible for support your project must satisfy criteria A and B.

A: The project must:

• align with one of the following priority sectors:
  • Advanced manufacturing and defence
  • Health technologies and medical research
  • Circular economy
  • Digital technologies
  • Agribusiness
  • Housing

Or:

• be located within a priority precinct identified by the Victorian Government

Or:

• be located within a Victorian regional area.

B: The project must:

• be investment ready or be able to demonstrate a pathway to commercialisation; and
• require significant cross government facilitation;

Or:

• be a strategic project that fosters new industries and innovation (eg: novel projects and services).

Register your investment project now

If your project meets the above criteria, click the button below to provide us with basic information about your project.

Our team will register your project and allocate it to the appropriate specialists to support your investment journey.

Contact Us

Not sure if your project qualifies or need more information? Fill out the contact form and our team will get back to you promptly.