Emigration to Australia Checklist: Research
07 July 2016 by News DeskEmigration to Australia requires information and research in order to ensure success.
Before you set out on your path of emigration to Australia you’ll need a clear idea of what must be done both in your current home and in your new country of residence.
Start by getting to know the area you want to, or will be, living in. You’ll need to research the cost of living, what kind of local amenities are available and what interesting or useful places are nearby.
“Visiting Australia in person is the best idea as it allows you to explore properly and chat to the locals,” says Darrell Todd, founder of thinkingaustralia. “If you’re thinking of emigration to Australia a visit Down Under also gives you an opportunity to research and speak to potential employers”.
Documentation – You will need a valid passport before you can live overseas. Ensure your entire family have valid passports which won’t expire before you begin the process of emigration to Australia. How long your passport will last depends upon which country issued it, but adult passports generally last for ten years while children’s passports last for five.
Visas – You will need a visa to live and work in Australia. There are a range of visas that you may be eligible for.
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Personal Possessions – Depending upon what kind of possessions you intend to bring with you, you may need to get special documentation.
Travel – Now is a good time to research your flight and travel options. It’s also worth considering whether you will need to arrange hotel rooms, either before you depart or after you arrive, so that these can be booked in advance as well.
Health – Get copies of your medical records from your doctor’s surgery. Your GP also needs to be informed that you are moving abroad. You might need vaccinations before you leave so find out what is required as part of the emigration process and when you should have them.
Employment – If you’re planning to continue working while abroad you’ll need to research career opportunities and the kind of criteria you need to fill in order to gain employment.
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Pensions – If you are planning to retire as part of your emigration to Australia, or are already retired, you can get information on accessing your pension overseas by calling the International Pension Centre. In order to receive your payments you will need to set up an international bank account so that you can provide an International Bank Account Number (IBAN) and a Bank Identification Code (BIC).
Currency Exchange – You may also need to exchange your money into the local currency in order to pay for the start-up costs of moving overseas, like organising accommodation. Research your options and discuss your needs with a reputable currency broker like TorFX (www.torfx.com).
They can offer you excellent exchange rates and totally fee-free transfers. Additionally, as currency specialists, brokers can give you access to other services that high street banks don’t offer, like forward contracts – which allow you to fix a rate up to two years ahead of needing to move your money.
You’ll benefit from getting in touch well in advance of your move, as your broker can then monitor the markets and give you guidance on the best time to make your transfer. Using a currency broker is also a cost-effective means of managing regular currency transfers once living abroad as you won’t have to pay the fees levied by most banks.
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