A multicultural and welcoming state
NSW is diverse and multicultural, with 27.6% of its population born overseas, representing 121 different ancestries.
The majority of the current population in Greater Sydney comes from Asia, and the second highest represented continent is Europe.
This demographic brings a diversity of culture, lifestyle, cuisine, thinking, and working attitude.
Of people living in NSW and were born overseas the six most represented countries are:
- China
- England
- India
- New Zealand
- Philippines
- Vietnam
Thirty per cent of people living in NSW speaking a second language and 275 languages spoken within the state.
In short, Sydney and NSW are safe, multi-faceted, economically and politically stable, and prosperous. Little wonder they are popular destinations for businesses looking for a base in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.

Working and doing business in NSW
NSW welcomes business, investor and skilled migrants.
We can nominate you to apply for visa if you are:
An Investor who commits to engaging in investment activity that benefits the NSW economy.
A Business migrant who commits to using your expertise to establish a new business, or develop an existing business, in NSW.
An Entrepreneur who commits to using your innovative skills to develop their ideas in NSW.
A Skilled migrant who is skilled in an occupation needed in NSW to drive economic growth.
A Global Talent migrant who is exceptional in your field.
Find out about visas and migration, money and taxes in New South Wales.


For more information and living and working in New South Wales visit NSW GovernmentExternal Link