Australia is a destination that thrills much of the planet. Whether for tourism, to study, or to work. Every year more and more people decide to move to Australia. But what drives so many people to go to the land of kangaroos?
Why moving to Australia?
Every year more and more French decide to go live in Australia. Whether for a few weeks, months, or years, Australia offers great opportunities for foreigners. Above all, Australia is a country with a vast majority of young people (the average age is 37). It is a multicultural country, with a very open-minded population and a continually growing economy. The main reasons to go live in this country are its quality of life and the beauty of its landscapes which make it an almost perfect destination. The largest cities in Australia like Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth offer a wide range of services, leisure, jobs, and above all, exceptional quality of life. The outskirts of these cities are usually composed of beaches and sometimes beautiful landscapes.
What to expect when leaving Australia?
This country offers an exceptional living environment: beaches, ocean, and unique landscapes. As many points of interest that are, without a doubt, real tourist attractions. But we go live in Australia also to live unforgettable experiences and live in a paradisiacal setting. Some people will go there to live a beautiful vacation, or to do a semester of study where to live a delightful experience. Australia is, therefore, one of the ideal destinations for lifestyle. However, for expats, the reality is not always rosy, and this can sometimes be a little more complicated than we had imagined. Indeed, the cost of living is higher than in France. Why ? and because first and foremost because taxes and some everyday services are merely exorbitant. For example, a pack of cigarettes is worth 15 euros (policy against smoking), and a consultation with a doctor is about 80 euros (no social system in French). For information, Australia is one of the wealthiest countries in the world. This is therefore in tariffs and rent you want to go to Australia with a working holiday visa, the famous VVT is possible. But it’s not always easy to find a sedentary job. This is due to a large number of expatriates looking for a job. In terms of accommodation, large cities like Sydney or Melbourne are experiencing a housing shortage. And if you want to live for a while in a hostel, plan a few savings because even in a cheap hostel it’s quite expensive housing.
How to go to Australia?
As for any country, when you decide to go live abroad, it is mandatory to go through the box: administrative. First, you must apply for a visa that corresponds to the purpose of your stay in the country and to the desired duration. For short stays (up to three months), you can request an electronic travel authorization. You must be in possession of a valid passport for at least the entire duration of the trip and your tourist visa. If you want to study in Australia for more than three months, you need a student visa. It allows you to stay in Australia during your studies and to come in and out of the country as many times as you like. To work in Australia, you can apply for a PVT (also called Working Holiday Visa). It gives the opportunity to live and work in the country for up to 12 months. To settle in Australia for a long time and become a permanent resident, there are three visas. The first one is the permanent family visa, the second one permanent work visa, and the last one is the permanent commercial visa.
Before leaving, we advise you to do an excellent check-up to make sure you are up to date on your vaccination reminders and especially to be in good health. You’ll understand, despite the rather dull administrative side and the few minor disadvantages, Australia is a country that is a dream! It is not for nothing that around 250,000 people try the adventure every year!