How to Move Overseas from Australia, The Ultimate Guides!
Contributed by UniGroup, 09 February, 2018
Whether you're relocating overseas because of a new work opportunity or you simply want a change of scenery, uprooting your entire life and starting over somewhere new can be a daunting task, especially if you are moving with children! However, with the right assistance and guidance on how to move overseas from Australia, your experience will be a lot less stressful. Following UniGroup's How to move Overseas from Australia Guides will provide you with everything you need to know to move overseas successfully and stress-free.
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As you prepare to move to a new country, below are just a few of the things that you'll need to consider:
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Employment. Securing employment should be one of your first considerations! Not only can it make the entire transition a lot smoother, it will ensure that you can settle more easily upon arrival. If you will be searching for a new position, it helps to know of the best job portals and recruitment agencies to search for opportunities. If you're self-employed or will be starting a new business, each country has specific requirements that will need to be adhered to.
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Visas. Every country has unique requirements for work permits and visas, so it helps to know what to expect before you start planning any other aspect of your overseas move. Applying for a visa can also take time, which is why you should start this process sooner rather than later, especially if you have already secured employment in a new country.
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Where to live. Securing employment makes it a little easier to decide where you want to live. Every city and neighbourhood has its own charm, amenities and services so you will need to decide what's most important to you in order to narrow down your choices. Cost of living, housing options, schools, weather and transport services are all aspects that should be taken into consideration.
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Getting around. Do you have a vehicle that you're looking to bring with you? If so, you will need to find out more about the specific requirements for importing a vehicle into your country of choice. You may also need to obtain a new driver's license or take additional tests in order to get around once you are there.
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Finances & insurance. It helps to have an understanding of how to open a bank account and how to apply for household, vehicle and personal insurance before you make your move. You may also need to make decisions around any investments and savings that you currently have.
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The move. Once all of your plans are in place, you will need to start planning your move. This means finding out the best time to move as well as the cost and processes involved with shipping your household goods. It's also advisable to find out about specific requirements around alcohol and plants if these are items that you are looking to bring with you. If you will be moving with your much-loved pets, it's best to find out what will be required well ahead of time as this can be quite a lengthy process too. You may even want to send your pets over ahead of time due to quarantine requirements.
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Settling in. Moving to a new country is a big adjustment so it helps to know as much as possible about it before you arrive. Will you need to learn a new language? Which holidays and traditions are celebrated? What can you expect in terms of food, culture and nightlife? It also helps to note other small details such as the plugs that are used and what the time differences will be so that you can still keep in touch with family and friends in Australia.
Each consideration is outlined in detail in UniGroup's How to Move Overseas from Australia Guides, showing you exactly how to move overseas from Australia successfully and stress-free:
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