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Relocation Info

Moving to Australia is one of the biggest life transitions you will ever make. Organising the move is going to be challenging and require many steps, it will also be a rewarding experience as you prepare for your next adventure in life!

Good planning is going to make all the difference. This section of Prepare for Australia offers guidance on the things you should consider well before moving week…or month! We cover topics including preparing your finances, children, and pets; packing and shipping your household goods and car; setting up a temporary residence; and timing the steps of document preparation for the move.

Important First Steps

You have a lot to think about, so we suggest a few very important things to do to get ahead more quickly when you arrive.

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Planning Tips

Give yourself the best start in Australia by organising everything in advance. Read our top tips for relocation success.

Moving Pets

Thankfully, Australians now benefit from inexpensive international phone rates, so keeping in touch with loved ones back home is easy!

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Packing & Shipping

Shipping personal & household goods is costly and takes a lot of planning, so only pack what you really value.

Importing A Car

Importing a car into Australia is expensive, time consuming, and involves a large amount of paperwork.

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Importing A Boat

Importing a boat into Australia has rules attached depending on the type of craft you are bringing.