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Our service is specifically designed for anyone making overseas payments to buy, maintain, or sell an overseas property. We understand the importance of an efficient and transparent currency service and have an experienced team in place to help make your money go further and secure your very own “place in the sun”.
Buying and transferring currency across borders is a critical part of any overseas property transaction to get right, and our personal account-manager led service is here to help you understand and navigate the process safely and securely, without incurring any unnecessary costs. You can benefit from our knowledge about both the currency markets, and the logistics of international payments.
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From recent graduates to experienced professionals, we provide guidance throughout the recruitment process, offering job placements in fields such as customer service, finance, marketing, and more. Our goal is to make international job transitions seamless, ensuring candidates find the right opportunities while supporting them every step of the way.
It is of utmost importance to us that we offer a high level of service and build strong and trusting relationships with clients and candidates. As an international agency, we are devoted to international professionals in order to help them succeed on the Dutch labor market. As part of our recruitment services we can provide you with feedback on your CV & interview preparation sessions.
Established in 1984, the Accru group is unified by a shared vision: to provide responsive, personalised and proactive accounting, business advisory and financial services to our clients. You’ll find us accessible, interested in understanding your business and where our help can add the most value.
Naturally, Accru offers all the traditional accounting support you’d expect. We also provide a far broader range of services to meet clients’ needs as they change and grow. We’re not just accountants, we’re financial planners, tax advisors and business strategists whose aim is to help you achieve financial success. Our advisory services are an extremely valuable part of what we do, giving you guidance to effectively manage your finances, develop an effective tax strategy or increase your future profits.
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Welcome to your adventure in Australia! This guide aims to make your move stress-free. Read on for tips on everything from finding accommodation and meeting people in your new city, to making sure that all of your paperwork is taken care of before your arrival. With this guide by your side, you'll soon feel right at home in the Land Down Under!
Research job opportunities in Australia
Make sure you have enough money to cover basic living costs in Australia
Custom process in Australia
Start looking for temporary accommodations
Familiarize yourself with local transportation options
Adjusting to life and culture in Australia
Get ready for your move!
Research job opportunities in Australia
Australia, an amazing country with its laid back lifestyle, has plenty of jobs, and it's not too tricky to find one that suits you. You just need to know where to look and use the right tools. Start with some research. Find out about the industries that match your skills and experience. Australian Government websites like jobactive.gov.au and Indeed.com.au are great places to start your job hunt. It's worth spending some time exploring these. You can also check out local job fairs or join networking groups.
It’s also worth checking out the high skilled immigration program. It is designed to attract skilled professionals and contribute to the country's economic growth. We will talk about this in the Immigration article.
Start looking for temporary accommodations while you look for a more permanent abode
From short-term rentals and sublets to serviced apartments, there are various types of temporary arrangements to suit every need and budget. Starting with a short-term stay can give you the time and flexibility you need to explore different neighborhoods and weigh your options before committing to a long-term lease. Short term accommodations can also be arranged when working with your realtor. Via Relocately you can arrange your search for a house, be it short term or long.
Make sure you have enough money to cover basic living costs in Australia
When you plan on moving to Australia, it is vital to consider your budget. Keep in mind, living costs can be quite high, especially in major cities. Basic expenses you should consider include accommodation, food, travel, and healthcare. To make things easier, list your daily needs and work out their average monthly cost. Visit this website to check out all the average costs in Australia, based on the prices given by more than 2000 contributors. This gives you a better idea of the money you need to save before your big move. It's also wise to consider the costs of international shipping if you're planning to bring many belongings. Don't forget, costs can vary between major cities and rural areas, so do your homework accordingly.
Custom process in Australia
Australia has some of the strictest import rules in the world due to its unique environment and island status. These regulations are designed to protect the continent's delicate ecosystems from the introduction of invasive species, pests, and diseases that could have devastating effects on the native flora and fauna. Here are some key aspects of Australia's strict import rules:
Plant and animal quarantine: Australia imposes stringent quarantine measures on the importation of plants, animals, and their products. This includes live animals, seeds, plants, soil, and wooden items. The goal is to prevent the introduction of foreign pests, diseases, and invasive species.
Biosecurity laws: Australia's biosecurity laws are robust and strictly enforced. Travelers and importers are required to declare any biological materials, including food, plants, and animal products, upon arrival. Failure to declare such items can result in significant penalties.
Customs declarations: Travelers arriving in Australia are required to complete a customs declaration form. This form includes questions about items such as food, plant materials, and animal products that may be carried into the country. It is crucial to be honest and accurate when completing these declarations.
Prohibited and restricted items: Australia maintains a list of prohibited and restricted items that cannot be brought into the country. This list includes certain plants, seeds, fruits, vegetables, and live animals. The restrictions vary depending on the country of origin due to different biosecurity risks associated with each region.
Treatment and inspection: Some imported items, especially plants and wooden products, may undergo treatment or inspection upon arrival to ensure they meet Australia's biosecurity standards. Treatment methods may include fumigation or irradiation.
CITES regulations: Australia is a signatory to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). This means that strict regulations are in place to control the international trade of endangered species and their products.
Import permits: In many cases, an import permit is required before bringing certain items into Australia. This is particularly true for live animals, plants, and restricted biological materials.
Continuous monitoring and adaptation: Australia's biosecurity measures are subject to continuous monitoring and adaptation to address emerging threats. This proactive approach helps ensure that the country remains resilient against potential biosecurity risks.
Familiarize yourself with local transportation options, such as buses, trains, and taxis
When exploring a new city or town, it's important to familiarize yourself with the local transportation options. Buses, trains, and taxis can all provide efficient and affordable ways to get around. Here are some possibilities to get around in Australia:
Public Transportation:
Sydney: Transport for NSW operates public transportation, including trains, buses, ferries, and light rail.
Melbourne: Public Transport Victoria oversees the public transport network, including trains, trams, and buses.
Brisbane: TransLink manages public transport services, covering buses, trains, and ferries.
Perth: Transperth provides public transportation services, including buses and trains.
Long-Distance Trains:
Great Southern Rail: Operates iconic train services like the Indian Pacific (Sydney to Perth), The Ghan (Adelaide to Darwin), and The Overland (Melbourne to Adelaide).
Bus Services:
Greyhound Australia: Offers long-distance bus services connecting major cities and regional areas.
Murrays coaches: Provides interstate and regional coach services.
Tram Services:
Yarra trams (Melbourne): Operates the tram network in Melbourne.
Ferry Services:
Sydney ferries: Operates ferry services in the Sydney metropolitan area.
Brisbane ferries: Manages ferry services along the Brisbane River.
Cycling:
oBike, Lime, and Jump: Bike-sharing services available in some cities.
Air Travel:
Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar: Major airlines offering domestic flights.
Regional Express (REX): Regional airline serving smaller destinations.
Ridesharing and Taxis:
Uber: Operates ridesharing services in major cities.
Ola and DiDi: Other ridesharing alternatives.
Traditional Taxis: Various local taxi companies operate in urban areas.
Car Rentals:
Hertz, Avis, Budget, Europcar: Major car rental companies with a presence at airports and in urban centers.
Adjusting to life and culture in Australia
Here’s a list of Australian culture habits that you can already learn from:
Barbecues: 'Barbies', as Australians call them, are a staple of Australian culture. Most social gatherings, especially during the summer, revolve around a good barbecue.
Sports: Australians are passionate about sports. Whether it's cricket, rugby, or Australian Rules Football, participating in or watching sports is a national pastime.
Slang: Australians have a unique set of slang terms. Familiarize yourself with phrases like "G'day" for hello, "mate" for friend, and "no worries" for it's okay.
Outdoor lifestyle: Australians love the outdoors. Surfing, hiking, or simply enjoying the beach are common activities.
Respect for Indigenous culture: Australia has a deep respect for its Indigenous cultures. Participating in cultural events and understanding Indigenous history is an integral part of Australian life.
Tea breaks: Australians love their tea breaks, or 'smoko', as it's often called. This is a short break for a cup of tea or coffee during work hours.
Poppy Day: On ANZAC Day (25th April), Australians wear a red poppy in remembrance of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps who have served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations.
Christmas in Summer: Because Australia is in the southern hemisphere, Christmas falls in summer. Hence, Christmas celebrations often involve barbecues and outdoor activities.
Fair Go: This key Australian value suggests that everyone should be given a fair and equal chance. Australians strongly believe in giving everyone a 'fair go'.
Get ready for your move!
Becoming an Australian resident may be the chance of a lifetime but you need to take the time to research your options, find resources, and ask for help if necessary. This blog post has given you insight into all the necessary preparations you need to consider before embarking on your journey. Start putting these tips into practice now and begin your new life in Australia today!
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Our service is specifically designed for anyone making overseas payments to buy, maintain, or sell an overseas property. We understand the importance of an efficient and transparent currency service and have an experienced team in place to help make your money go further and secure your very own “place in the sun”.
Buying and transferring currency across borders is a critical part of any overseas property transaction to get right, and our personal account-manager led service is here to help you understand and navigate the process safely and securely, without incurring any unnecessary costs. You can benefit from our knowledge about both the currency markets, and the logistics of international payments.
Abroad Experience specializes in connecting international professionals with exciting career opportunities in the Netherlands. With a focus on multilingual job seekers, we help candidates find roles that align with their skills, ambitions, and background.
From recent graduates to experienced professionals, we provide guidance throughout the recruitment process, offering job placements in fields such as customer service, finance, marketing, and more. Our goal is to make international job transitions seamless, ensuring candidates find the right opportunities while supporting them every step of the way.
It is of utmost importance to us that we offer a high level of service and build strong and trusting relationships with clients and candidates. As an international agency, we are devoted to international professionals in order to help them succeed on the Dutch labor market. As part of our recruitment services we can provide you with feedback on your CV & interview preparation sessions.
Established in 1984, the Accru group is unified by a shared vision: to provide responsive, personalised and proactive accounting, business advisory and financial services to our clients. You’ll find us accessible, interested in understanding your business and where our help can add the most value.
Naturally, Accru offers all the traditional accounting support you’d expect. We also provide a far broader range of services to meet clients’ needs as they change and grow. We’re not just accountants, we’re financial planners, tax advisors and business strategists whose aim is to help you achieve financial success. Our advisory services are an extremely valuable part of what we do, giving you guidance to effectively manage your finances, develop an effective tax strategy or increase your future profits.
ActiveQuote is a leading comparison platform for health insurance, providing an easy way for individuals and businesses to compare health plans from a wide range of providers. With a focus on transparency, ActiveQuote helps customers find the best insurance coverage that suits their needs and budget, whether for personal or family health insurance, or for small businesses looking to provide benefits to employees.
By simplifying the process of comparing and purchasing health insurance, ActiveQuote offers a personalized experience, ensuring customers make informed decisions quickly and efficiently. With a commitment to excellent customer service and competitive pricing, ActiveQuote is dedicated to helping you secure the right health insurance coverage for your circumstances.
Aetna is a leading global health insurance company providing a wide range of health plans and services for individuals, families, and businesses. With a strong presence in both the United States and internationally, Aetna focuses on improving health outcomes by offering affordable and accessible healthcare coverage.
Aetna provides a comprehensive range of products, including health, dental, vision, and disability insurance, as well as health management programs designed to support customers in leading healthier lives. With an emphasis on innovation and customer care, Aetna aims to deliver high-quality healthcare solutions that meet the needs of diverse populations worldwide.
Our life is full of metaphors; sometimes we don’t even notice them. However, if you look at today’s world through such a metaphorical lens, you understand why it can be compared to the river. It is dynamic, it is fast moving, every day it gets filled with new streams of ideas, tendencies, and innovations. Then, we can consider different organizations as banks of that river. They all have their traditions, cultural colors, and shades. That’s why there must be something to connect these banks, to make them united by common desires, ideas, business, strategies, language, etc. Therefore, our company come to serve as the bridge for that; we can build a connection between people, business organizations and various establishments. This singular belief makes ourselves and our clients’ products/services and international brand distinguishable amongst all of the rest.
AIMS is a leading immigration and relocation consultancy based in Singapore, specializing in visa and residency solutions for individuals, families, and businesses. With a strong presence across Asia, AIMS provides expert guidance on immigration programs, investment migration, and global mobility solutions.
From securing work permits and permanent residency to facilitating business expansion through investor visas, AIMS offers personalized services to help clients navigate complex immigration processes. With a commitment to professionalism and efficiency, AIMS ensures a smooth transition for those looking to live, work, or invest abroad.
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Whether you're an expatriate, student, frequent traveler, au pair, or business, we offer flexible insurance solutions for anyone traveling abroad. From registration to reimbursement, we make it easy to manage your health needs worldwide!
As a global leader in international health insurance, APRIL International provides comprehensive coverage for individuals, families, and businesses. Specializing in expatriate insurance, we offer tailored health plans that ensure access to quality healthcare—whether for short-term trips, long-term stays, or corporate needs.
With a strong focus on innovation, digital services, and customer support, APRIL International simplifies international health coverage, giving you peace of mind wherever you are. Our commitment to accessibility and personalized service makes us a trusted partner for those living, working, or traveling abroad.
Apt Wealth Partners is a trusted financial advisory firm based in Australia, providing expert wealth management, financial planning, and investment solutions. With a client-first approach, we help individuals, families, and businesses achieve their financial goals through tailored strategies and long-term planning.
From retirement planning and superannuation to tax-effective investment solutions, Apt Wealth Partners offers comprehensive financial guidance designed to build and protect wealth. Our focus is on delivering financial advice that allows us to become your personal CFO. Your finances will be tailored to your needs, allowing you to concentrate on living the life you want. We're privately owned and focus on providing the most transparent advice possible.
We are the leading global work solutions company. Through a range of brands, we help guide businesses toward the talent, technology, and services they need to excel. From specialty recruiting and talent experience to creative strategy and project management, we're making the future of work better for everyone.
From UX/UI designers and content strategists to marketing experts and developers, we connect organizations with skilled talent to drive innovation and success. Our commitment to career growth, diversity, and cutting-edge workforce strategies makes us a trusted partner for both employers and job seekers in the digital and creative industries.
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