Not necessarily. As a not-for-profit organisation, the French-Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FACCI) is committed to offering competitive rates that make it possible for businesses of all sizes to explore the Australian market.

Through a Market Entry Study, we help you assess your potential locally and identify the right opportunities and partners for your activity. 

To go further, the V.I.E Programme allows you to test the market for 1 to 2 years with a V.I.E on the ground, hosted at FACCI’s local office and supported by our network. With this setup, your company gains immediate access to the market, our network, and tailored guidance.

The V.I.E Programme is also highly cost-efficient: V.I.E contracts are exempt from local employment taxes and benefit from administrative support provided by Business France.

Yes. The V.I.E programme allows French companies to hire motivated young professionals (18–28) on international assignments for 6–24 months, with the possibility of renewal. It’s open to French nationals candidates.

French companies looking to expand in Australia can recruit a V.I.E as a business developer via Business France. If they lack a local structure, they can host and domicile the V.I.E at FACCI, where they gain access to our local network.

The E.F.E programme goes further by enabling French entrepreneurs in Australia — even without a company registered in France — to access V.I.E talent while benefiting from support, services, and recognition through the Label E.F.E.

 We connect you with trusted local experts in law, tax, visas, and HR, guiding you step by step so you don’t face costly mistakes and continue advising as your business grows.

Absolutely. With more than 500 members and 15,000 contacts in our network, we arrange introductions with potential local partners and prospects.

Yes, FACCI is a trusted platform for French-Australian professionals seeking new opportunities. We also extend our reach into specific industries through specialised recruiters within our network, allowing us to support tailored recruitment needs.

 Set up can be as quick as a few weeks, allowing you to show traction to HQ or investors without long delays.

Please refer to the Australian Government website to guide you through the process. 

Yes.  If you’re setting up a proprietary limited company (Pty Ltd), at least one director must ordinarily reside in Australia. If you’re based overseas, you can appoint a local director or engage a professional service provider who offers resident director services to meet this legal requirement.

You don’t need to be physically in Australia to start a business. Many overseas entrepreneurs establish Australian companies remotely. You can register your business online through the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) or via a local agent or business service provider. However, you’ll need a local registered office address and may need to appoint an Australian resident director (see below). We offer a domiciliation service, providing a registered business address in Australia and helping you establish a local presence with ease. 

There are low-risk solutions that allow you to test the waters without long-term commitments:

You can start with an exploratory business stay or a short-term office space arrangement at FACCI, which gives access to our network without locking into a long lease.

If you're a French company, deploying a V.I.E for one year is a great way to assess the market. It’s a structured, cost-effective way to gain local insights and build relationships, with minimal long-term risk.

These options give you the flexibility to scale back or pivot if needed, while still gaining valuable exposure in Australia.