Relocating to Australia
Things to do first
Below is a list of 7 important things that an
immigrant should do as soon as possible after arriving
in Australia.
1. Apply for a Tax File Number (TFN)
Do this first. To receive an income in Australia, you
need a Tax File Number (TFN).
2. Register with Medicare
The Australian Government provides help with basic
medical expenses through a scheme called Medicare.
3. Open a bank account
In Australia, most income including salary or wages and
government benefits are paid directly into a bank
account.
4. Register with Centrelink
Centrelink is a government agency that delivers a range
of services to the community.
5. Register for English Classes (if required)
Communicating in English is very important and the key
to your successful settlement.
6. Enrol Your Children in School (if required)
Under Australian law, children must attend school until
they are 15 years old.
7. Apply for a Driver's Licence
You will require a driver's licence if you plan to drive
a motor vehicle.
Beginning a life in Australia Booklets
Starting a new life in a new country has its challenges,
especially if English is not your first language. The
Department of Immigration and Citizenship has produced a
number of booklets to make your new life easier and more
satisfying. They are called the Beginning a Life in
Australia booklets. These welcome newly arrived
migrants and humanitarian entrants to Australia. They
provide useful national, state/territory and local
settlement information for migrants, humanitarian
entrants, their sponsors and service providers. This
information is available to download in English and 37
community languages for each state and territory.
Click here for information:
Beginning a life in Australia Booklets
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