If you have been granted immigration to Australia, we are really happy for you. The opportunity you have been granted will open up a million doors for success for you. All the efforts of the migration agent will show up in the form of a positive reply from the embassy of Australia. But it certainly doesn’t mean that your work is finished. In fact, now you have to be in action for some more requirements to be fulfilled. There is a long list of chores to be done. A migration consultant will tell you the finer details of what you are required to do before planning your stay. Some things like setting up a bank account and finalizing the place where you will be staying can be done in advance. The rest are mentioned below-
- Look up an international removalist
A FIDI certified international removalist is what you need to transport all your belongings and possessions overseas safely. Do thorough research before you finalize one, as it is the question of safe custody and delivery of your belongings.
FIDI certification means strict quality standards and insurance cover for the customers.
- Setting up a bank account
You will need Australian currency and banking transactions as soon as you land in the foreign land. Due to this reason, it is desirable to set up a bank account in Australia while still here. The application and identification can be done online while activation of the account will require a visit to the closest branch. You will be required to show your original passport, driver’s license and a confirmation letter from the bank along with the account details.
- Join Medicare
It is a program which entitles you to access free or subsidized medical treatment. People with permanent residence status and work permit can avail it. A person having a relationship with an Australian citizen can also apply for it.
Keep your Medicare card with you and you will get discounted medicines and treatment by showing it to the pharmacist or the doctor.
- Get a tax file number
Apply for a tax file number. It is an essential prerequisite for anyone who works in Australia. If you don’t have this number, you will end up paying a high amount of income tax on your income. The application for TFN can be done online but it requires you to be in Australia. You are likely to get a TFN after 28 days of application.
- Buy a car
Commuting will be a big cause for concern and it will certainly require you to buy a vehicle, most preferably a car. You can get a list of car dealers from reliable websites. But make sure the paperwork is complete before you crack the deal.
