Venkateswaran Palat Krishnan - Residency & Citizenship by investment programs

Venkateswaran Palat Krishnan is an immigration attorney in Australia. He is also a practicing barrister and solicitor in New Zealand.

Krishnan currently manages several companies in the field of investment immigration, including Education Overseas Academy based in India and Australia, and Ven Waran legal practice and Waran Consultancy Services based in Australia.

With over 18 years of experience in investment immigration of Australia and New Zealand, Krishnan assists high net worth individuals with cross-border investment, investment planning and strategy development. He advises on business establishment and operation that fulfill the requirements of investment immigration programs.

Krishnan holds several advanced degrees, including a Juris Doctor from RMIT University in Australia, a master’s in law from The Australian National University, a master’s in international trade from Victoria University in Australia, a master’s in international law and an MBA from India.

Krishnan also holds specialization certificates in common law, contract law, intellectual property law and international law.

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What you need to know about Australia’s visas for entrepreneurs and talented workers

Startup and early-stage entrepreneurs who want to launch a business in Australia can apply for the Business Innovation and Investment visa (Subclass 188) Entrepreneur Stream visa. This is a provisional visa, valid from the date it is

Venkateswaran Palat Krishnan
April 13, 2023

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