In order to be eligible for New Business Assistance with NEIS, you:     

• must not be in full-time employment, education or training.
• must be at least 18 years of age at the date of commencement.
• not be an undischarged bankrupt.
• must not have received New Business Assistance in the last 12 months.
• must be able to pass a police check if required.
• must be eligible to work in Australia.

In order to be eligible for New Business Assistance with NEIS, your business:

• must not currently be operating in a commercial basis.
• must be independent, be capable of withstanding public scrutiny, and be lawful.
• must be assessed as commercially viable.
• must not be based on the purchase or takeover of an existing business.
• must be able to obtain insurance.