What streams were available under the subclass 188 visa?

The subclass 188 offered several streams: the Business Innovation stream (for people operating a new or existing business), the Investor stream, the Significant Investor stream, and the Entrepreneur stream. Each stream had its own eligibility, investment and activity requirements.

Some categories, such as Business Innovation and Significant Investor, also had extension streams that let existing 188 holders extend their provisional stay so they could meet the requirements for the permanent subclass 888 visa.