100% compliant with the Australian 188B and 188C visa requirements
100% Success in transition to 888C
100% in control of investment decisions
Award winning investment management team
“Gold standard” structure reduces the risk of fraud or collusion
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Benefits of the 188 Universal Account
(“188UA”)
We identify a portfolio structure that has strong focus on income generation and capital stability from defensive assets, whilst providing growth investments in Equities, Venture Capital and Property. Each investment portfolio is carefully hand selected by the RAM team together to achieve the client’s objectives and satisfy the 188B/188C Visa Investment requirements.
It’s secure
All products in 188UA are 100% 188B/188C Visa compliant.
It saves you time
All tax, legal and reporting is taken care of for you by our team of experts.
It’s flexible
You can switch between different qualifying investments at no cost and no risk to your 188B/188C Visa status.
It’s tax efficient
The 188UA is a tax efficient structure.
You’re in control
You’re 100% in control of investment decisions. Choose your own portfolio of investments to meet your investment objectives.
It’s transparent
Your personal investment portfolio can be viewed at any time through our dedicated web portal – RAM Investor Portal.
Complying Investment Framework
188C POST 1 JULY 2021
188B POST 1 JULY 2021
Applicants are required to invest at least $5 million in complying investments, which must include:
A ‘balancing investment’ of up to $2.5 million in managed fund(s) or LICs that invest in a combination of eligible assets that include Australian listed securities, eligible corporate bonds or notes, annuities and real property (subject to the 10 per cent limit on residential real estate).
At least $1 million in eligible Australian venture capital or growth private equity (VCPE) fund(s) investing in start-up and small private companies.
At least $1.5 million in an eligible managed fund(s) or Listed Investment Companies (LICs) that invest in emerging companies.
A ‘balancing investment’ of up to $2.5 million in managed fund(s) or LICs that invest in a combination of eligible assets that include Australian listed securities, eligible corporate bonds or notes, annuities and real property (subject to the 10 per cent limit on residential real estate).
At least $1 million in eligible Australian venture capital or growth private equity (VCPE) fund(s) investing in start-up and small private companies.
At least $1.5 million in an eligible managed fund(s) or Listed Investment Companies (LICs) that invest in emerging companies.
Applicants are required to invest at least $2.5 million in complying investments, which must include:
A ‘balancing investment’ of up to $1.25 million in managed fund(s) or LICs that invest in a combination of eligible assets that include Australian listed securities, eligible corporate bonds or notes, annuities and real property (subject to the 10 per cent limit on residential real estate).
At least $500,000 in eligible Australian venture capital or growth private equity (VCPE) fund(s) investing in start-up and small private companies.
At least $750,000 in an eligible managed fund(s) or Listed Investment Companies (LICs) that invest in emerging companies.
A ‘balancing investment’ of up to $1.25 million in managed fund(s) or LICs that invest in a combination of eligible assets that include Australian listed securities, eligible corporate bonds or notes, annuities and real property (subject to the 10 per cent limit on residential real estate).
At least $500,000 in eligible Australian venture capital or growth private equity (VCPE) fund(s) investing in start-up and small private companies.
At least $750,000 in an eligible managed fund(s) or Listed Investment Companies (LICs) that invest in emerging companies.
Application Process
Step 1
• Submit Expression of Interest (“EOI”) • Apply for State nomination
Step 2
• Apply for 188B/188C visa online • Application must contain supporting documentation including source of funds
Step 3
• Client notified of Approval in Principle from Department of Home Affairs • Client remits funds to the 188 Universal Account Applications Trust Account and is provided with an “Investment Confirmation Statement” of their complying Investment
Step 4
• Formal 188B/188C Visa approval is granted • A personal RAM Client Advisor will be assigned to you providing dedicated ongoing support
Agnes has over 20 years of experience in Client Relations and Administration, working for leading institutions in Australia and Hong Kong.
Since joining Real Asset Management in 2013, Agnes has played a pivotal role in driving the company’s success. She has a proven track record of building strong and lasting relationships with clients and providing professional advice and guidance to help them achieve their investment goals.
Agnes is also a specialist in Global Investment Immigration programs including Australia’s Significant Investor Visa /188C, having advised numerous clients on the program since its exception in 2012.
Agnes holds a B.A. degree in Hotel and Hospitality Management from University of Strathclyde. She is fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
Thomas has over 21 years of experience in Wealth Management and Client Relationship Management.
Prior to joining Real Asset Management, Thomas was a Wealth Management Manager for Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Sydney. There as a senior business development manager, Thomas was responsible for private and institutional client acquisition and relationship management. Prior to this, Thomas worked for First Prudential Markets as Senior Sales Account Manager, Origin Energy as an Energy Trading Analyst, and ANZ E*TRADE Australia Securities Limited as a Senior Bi-lingual Client Services Representative.
Thomas holds a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of New South Wales, and a Master of Environmental Engineering Management from the University of Technology, Sydney. Thomas speaks fluent English and Mandarin.
Prissy has over 16 years of banking and client experience.
Prior to joining Real Asset Management, Prissy worked at Citibank Berhad and CIMB Investment Bank Berhad; specializing in Mortgage, Wealth Management and Client Relationship Management to high net worth clients.
Prissy holds a Bachelor of Commerce from University of Sydney. Prissy speaks fluent English and Bahasa Melayu.
Christina has over 12 years’ worth of experience in overseas investments industry, with a specialty in overseas immigration and real estate investing.
Prior to joining Real Asset Management Group, Christina worked as a group project manager at a large domestic immigration agency, responsible for the development, promotion and sales of overseas immigration and real estate’s investment in various countries. Has successfully supported high-net worth clients getting foreign residency and whilst providing high quality real estate investments. With such vast experience, a rich and extensive network was made in the industry. Prior to this, Christina has 5 years’ experience focus in Australian real estate and immigration, with a strong understanding of Australia’s investment policies and environment.
Christina has a Bachelor of Arts degree from the China University of Geosciences. Christina speaks fluent English and Mandarin.
Yuki has over 12 years of experience within banking and finance sector.
Prior to joining Real Asset Management, she worked for Ellerston Capital as a Client Relationship Manager. Previously, she worked for Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in Private Banking. Prior to that, she worked for Bank of China as a Relationship Manager.
Yuki holds a Master of Accounting from Western Sydney University and a Bachelor of Accounting from Macquarie University. She speaks fluent English and Mandarin.
Real Asset Management (RAM) is an Australian owned Wealth and Asset Manager specialising in Real Estate, Credit and Private Equity markets, for institutions and wealthy families globally.
RAM was founded in 2010 and has a pan-Asia presence of 5 offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Shanghai and Hong Kong. RAM provides more than 15 investment strategies and has a team of over 100 finance professionals managing in excess of A$3.9bn in assets.
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