Immigration Process and Guide for New Australian Immigrants in 2020

It is very important for new immigrants from Australia to enter this country for the first time. Doing homework in advance can save time and energy. Tell us about the immigration process and guide for new immigrants in Australia in 2020.

I. Entry procedures

1. On the plane

When the plane is about to arrive at its destination, the flight attendant on the plane will give the passengers an inbound passenger card to fill out. This is a legal document that must be filled out in person, which contains personal information, such as name, passport number, flight number, address in Australia and other simple questions.

Note when filling in the form: the form needs to be filled in English; If it is difficult to fill in the English form, you can explain it to the stewardess, and an inbound passenger card with Chinese translation will be issued, but it must also be filled in English. If you bring any food, plants or animal products, you must check the "Yes" column and declare.

Note: If you have anything you don't want to declare, you can leave it in the quarantine box at the airport after you get off the plane.

2. After getting off the plane

Certificate check

After disembarking, passengers should go to the immigration control station and prepare their passports and completed inbound passenger cards for inspection.

Pick up the luggage

After checking your passport and inbound passenger card, you can claim your baggage at the baggage claim area.

When picking up the checked baggage, you should check the marks on the baggage to avoid taking it by mistake. If you encounter special circumstances, such as not finding your luggage, you may not have arrived yet; Or the luggage is damaged, don't worry, contact the baggage office at the airport directly.

After picking up your luggage, you should send it to the baggage inspection area for inspection. Then officials will check the inbound passenger cards before going through customs and quarantine.

customs declaration

Customs officers usually ask orally. At this time, it is only necessary to clearly answer whether there is anything to declare. But remember to declare truthfully. If you fail to declare prohibited or restricted articles as required, you will be severely punished or required to pay customs duties/sales taxes.

If you are carrying more than 10000 Australian dollars in cash, you must declare it to the customs.

inspection and quarantine

If you carry animals, plants and related products in your luggage or with you, you must declare them truthfully in the inbound passenger card.

Checked baggage may be charged an inspection fee.

Second, the entry declaration

1. Items that must be declared

food

animal products

Plant material

Other projects:

Ropes made of animal or plant materials for handicrafts and hobbies.

Used sports and camping equipment, including tents, bicycles, golf and fishing equipment.

Footwear/hiking shoes contaminated by dust, feces or plant materials.

These articles must be declared and checked for signs of insects or diseases. Some items may need to be handled before they are allowed to be brought in.

Drugs and chemical reagents

All drugs, including prescription drugs, alternative drugs, herbs and Chinese medicines, vitamins and minerals, must be declared to the customs. Some drugs require a license or quarantine release certificate and/or a prescription certificate issued by a doctor on treatment and health status.

money

There is no limit to the amount of currency that can be brought into and out of Australia, but if you bring 10000 or more or the equivalent foreign currency, you must declare it. If you bring a cashier's check, traveler's check, personal check, money order or postal order, and the customs officer requests, you must fill out the negotiable securities form.

3. Australian airport entry guide

1. Exchange boarding passes and checked baggage.

For boarding pass and baggage check-in of international flights, you only need to prepare your passport. If you don't choose a seat in advance, you can ask the staff to help you choose a seat to sit together when you check in (the plane usually has four seats in the middle, two aisles on both sides and two window seats; If you arrive during the day, you can choose a window seat; If you spend the night, you need to stay away from the bathroom, otherwise people will make noise. You will check your luggage at the same time when you apply for the boarding pass. Don't check valuables and cash in your luggage. The size and weight of the suitcase should meet the requirements of the airline, and try not to be overweight.

2. Pass the border inspection in China.

After receiving the boarding pass, you can go to the international flight for border inspection and go out for border inspection. At this time, you should make sure your passport and boarding pass. When waiting for the border inspection, you may need to wait in line for security inspection. Only one person can stand at the border inspection window at a time. Pay attention to the lines outside the yellow line. If it is an electronic visa, the border inspection will ask if it is an electronic visa, and the answer is yes. When the border inspector stamps your passport, it means that you have left the country.

3. Safety inspection

After the border inspection, it is security inspection. There may be a lot of people waiting in line, so you have to wait in line and be patient. Generally, there is no need to check the documents during security inspection. You need to put your metal and electronic products in boxes (boxes for security check), and other bags and articles on the conveyor belt. It should be noted that in the baggage carried on the plane, a single liquid cannot be 100 ml. During the security check, the security inspector may ask to take off his coat or shoes, so don't worry about doing what he asks.

Find the boarding gate

Look at the boarding gate on the ticket and look up for the sign. After arriving at the boarding gate, check whether the boarding gate on the ticket is consistent with the airport sign. If not, ask the staff for help as soon as possible, because the boarding gate may be temporarily changed. After arriving at the boarding gate, try to find a place near the boarding gate to rest so as to listen to the notice. There are many duty-free goods in it. You can buy anything you need there.

5. Take the boarding pass and wait for boarding.

Check the boarding gate on your ticket (the boarding gate is shown in the following figure C223), then look up at the airport sign and find the corresponding boarding gate. After arriving at the boarding gate, check whether the boarding gate on the next class ticket is the same as the airport sign. If you have any questions, please ask the staff for help as soon as possible, because the boarding gate may be temporarily changed. After arriving at the boarding gate, try to find a place near the boarding gate to rest so as to listen to the notice. There are many duty-free goods in the airport while waiting for boarding. You can go shopping, but you must master the boarding time. Generally, the plane starts boarding half an hour before takeoff.

Boarded the plane

After the broadcast prompts that you can board the plane, take your boarding pass and you can queue up for boarding. If you have luggage, stand as far away as possible, otherwise there may be no place to put it; If you have any luggage, you can sit next to it first and wait until you walk slowly at the back of the line. Remember to look at the boarding pass before boarding and tell the stewardess where you are. The stewardess will guide you. The seat number is at the top (the seat number in the above picture is 4 1C). Just find your corresponding seat number and put your luggage away.

Australian immigration advantage

First of all, the climate is pleasant

The southeast coast of Australia is the main distribution area of Australian population, where the climate is mild all year round, and full of green. Except for North Queensland, most residents here don't use air conditioning and don't need heating in winter. Vegetables, fruits and seafood in the four seasons are constant, pollution-free, cheap and good. Due to the pleasant climate, the southeast coastal area of Australia has become the best tourist and holiday resort in the world. Outdoor sports are also part of the life of residents here.

Second, social stability.

Australia is a peaceful country. It is far away from war, no ethnic strife, no plague, no natural disasters and no environmental pollution. Known as paradise on earth, paradise on earth.

Third, the status of China people.

Australia has a developed economy and a civilized society. More than 200 ethnic groups use 140 languages and live in harmony in this multicultural country. Chinese is the largest Asian community in Australia, with a population of over 400,000. Chinese have a very important position in Australian society, both economically and politically, which can be seen from the fact that many Chinese have been elected to local councils in recent years. The Spring Festival Gala and the annual dragon boat race in China have become an indispensable part of local cultural life. Lawyers, accountants, doctors, construction companies, engineers, teachers, administrators, civil servants, entrepreneurs and businessmen abound in China. Many people are also important in mainstream society.

Fourth, the welfare system

Australia's social security system started at 19 10, which is recognized as a pioneer of social welfare in the world.

Pension: male 65 years old, female 60 years old quota is related to income and assets. All pensioners can get preferential medical drugs and other health benefits. There are other benefits, such as reducing transportation fees, local taxes, electricity fees and car registration fees.

Pension: All disabled patients can enjoy this treatment, including rehabilitation treatment and training, nursing subsidies and transportation subsidies.

Unemployment benefits: Australia's assistance program for the unemployed aims to ensure that those who are looking for jobs can earn enough income to support themselves and their families.

Families with children: The purpose of the federal government is to ensure that families with children (including single-parent families) get enough income and other reasonable financial assistance to solve the cost of raising children. Anyone who raises one or more children can get subsidies, and family subsidies are usually paid once every two weeks to the main guardian, usually the mother of the child. Low-income families can get more subsidies.

Special funding: In Australia, there is another project funded under special circumstances. Its purpose is to encourage self-help and economic independence.

Verb (abbreviation of verb) compulsory education

Pre-school education: Most children in Australia study in pre-school centers before entering primary school at the age of 5. The center generally recruits four-year-old children and teaches two groups of children every day.

Primary and secondary education: The age of compulsory education in Australia is 15 or 16 (the regulations vary from state to state). About 72% of children attend government public schools, and primary and secondary schools are free.

Higher education: There are 40 public institutions of higher learning in Australia, offering internationally recognized degrees and postgraduate diplomas for a range of courses. Tuition fees of colleges and universities can be applied for loans by township governments. The loan must be repaid through the tax system when the students' annual income reaches the average wage level in Australia (A $27,675). And this repayment will not affect your living standard.

TAFE: If you don't go to college after high school, you can go to TAFE to learn the skills you need for your job. Today, there are 285 technical colleges, and their education and training are recognized throughout the country.

Free medical treatment for intransitive verbs.

According to the Australian National Health Insurance Scheme, all Australian local residents can enjoy free treatment in public hospitals. There are 1 100 hospitals in Australia, of which 65% are public hospitals. There are about 42,000 registered doctors and 6,543,800 registered nurses. The federal government funds a series of family and community health activities. At the same time, financial assistance will be provided to 236,000 low-and middle-income families who need to raise dependent children, and it is planned to provide nursery facilities for all workers in 20001year. At present, the number of places in the National Child Care Center has increased to more than 250,000.

Seven, easy naturalization

Australia's naturalization law is very loose. Any new immigrant with a permanent resident visa can apply for Australian citizenship as long as he has lived in Australia for three years within five years. Compared with other immigrant countries, the regulations are much looser, and of course, they must meet the requirements of no crime and English.

Eight, avoid double taxation

In addition to the unilateral reduction and exemption of double taxation stipulated by foreign tax relief system, the Australian government has also signed comprehensive agreements to avoid double taxation with 35 countries, including China. Therefore, any overseas investor need not worry that your overseas assets and business activities will be double taxed because you become an Australian resident, which is also a concern of many investment immigrants around the world.