Foreign Investment in Australia
How we can help
We have unparalleled technical knowledge of foreign investment legislation and associated guidance notes, having successfully handled countless foreign investment applications. Using our deep insight into the processes and perspectives of the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB), we turn Australia’s intricate foreign investment regulation into clear guidance.
We can determine whether approval is needed, identify and address government concerns, help you navigate the application process and negotiate conditions and consents.
We have contributed to regulatory changes and industry submissions, keeping our team at the forefront of foreign investment law. We’ve worked on amendments to the Foreign Acquisitions and Takeovers Act and associated regulations, collaborated with industry bodies and helped secure regulatory changes including the business and passive foreign government investor exemption certificates.
We understand the FIRB, its practical application and review process, giving us the insight required to effectively manage foreign investment applications. Our advice extends to multinational corporations and private equity firms across all sectors, as well as their overseas legal counsel.
Services
By offering clear guidance on foreign investment rules and practices, you will benefit from our regulatory insights and expertise in navigating the approval process.
FIRB
Determining whether foreign investment approval is required or is advisable and what information will need to be disclosed.
Identifying the risks
Identifying inherent risks in a transaction from the government’s perspective, addressing those proactively in the application and understanding the impact on other government processes, such as merger clearance.
Application
Navigating the FIRB application process.
Negotiations
Negotiation of conditions and change of control consents from government agencies required as a prerequisite to receiving approvals.