Eight things you must do after immigrating to Australia

Eight important things to do as soon as possible after arriving in Australia. The first three things are very important to all newcomers to Australia. According to your situation, five other things may also be important. Come with me to see eight things you must do after you immigrate to Australia.

First, apply for the tax number

Australian workers need to pay income tax to the government. In Australia, if you have income, you need a tax number (TFN).

The tax number is a unique number issued to individuals and enterprises to help the government manage taxes and other government plans. Taxes are used to fund government projects and services such as roads, schools and hospitals.

Income includes wages or salaries obtained from work, government subsidies and profits obtained from investment, including interest on savings accounts.

How to apply for a tax number

If you immigrate to Australia or hold a temporary resident visa that allows you to work in Australia, you can apply for the tax number in the following ways: apply on the website of the Australian Taxation Bureau (ATO) (please select "individual"), call the following telephone number to apply, or go to the tax bureau or the Centrelink office to get the tax number application form.

Second, register to join the national medical insurance.

The Australian government provides assistance in medical expenses through medical insurance. The government also subsidizes the cost of some drugs through the drug subsidy scheme. The Medical Insurance and Drug Subsidy Scheme (PBS) is managed by Australian Medical Insurance.

Immigrants are usually eligible for Medicaid.

If you are eligible for medical insurance, you can use various medical services and plans immediately. This includes free care in public hospitals, help with post-discharge care costs, and subsidized drugs.

How to join medical insurance

To register for medical insurance, please bring your passport and other travel documents to the medical insurance office. If you meet all the registration requirements, you will get a temporary national health care card number for your use. Your national health card will be sent to you in about three weeks.

Third, open a bank account.

In Australia, people usually deposit money in banks, building societies or credit cooperatives. Most of the income, including wages, salaries and government allowances, is directly credited to your account. Australians use debit cards to withdraw money from bank accounts and often pay for things with debit cards.

If you open an account in a bank, building society or credit union within six weeks after your arrival, you usually only need to provide your passport as proof of identity. After six weeks, you need additional identification to open an account. If you don't have enough documents to prove your identity, you may have difficulty. Tell the bank your tax number (TFN) to avoid higher interest tax rate.

4. register with Centrelink.

A government agency called Centrelink provides a wide range of social security payments and services. New residents of Australia can register at Centrelink to get help in job hunting, overseas technical certification and attending related courses.

According to the visa type, most new residents in Australia are limited by the waiting period before they qualify for payment. You can contact Centrelink to find out whether you are eligible for social security payment.

If you have children, you may be eligible for government-funded family allowances to help pay for raising children.

Verb (abbreviation for verb) contact health commitment service

If you have signed the Health Commitment Form (Form 8 15) as required by the Immigration Bureau, you must call the Health Commitment Service after you arrive in Australia.

After you contact the Health Commitment Service, they will tell you the nearest officially recognized clinic for your follow-up physical examination. If you enter the country with a humanitarian visa, you should inform the Humanitarian Settlement Service (HSS) that you have signed the health commitment, and they will help you contact and make an appointment for the health commitment service.

Six, enroll in English courses

It is very important to communicate in English, which is the key to your successful adaptation to life. If you can't speak English, we urge you to learn English as soon as possible after you arrive.

The Adult Immigrant English Program (AMEP) provides English courses for new immigrants. New residents may have the right to attend free English courses of up to 5 10 hours (humanitarian migrants may get extra class hours). The Adult Immigrant English Program provides a variety of choices, so that you can learn English even if you have work, family or other burdens.

Seven, sign up the children for school.

You should enroll your children in school as soon as possible.

In Australia, children must start school at the age of five and complete grade 10. Teenagers who have finished 10 grade must participate in full-time education, training or employment (at least 25 hours per week) or participate in these comprehensive activities before reaching 17 age.

Eight, apply for a driver's license

In Australia, you must have a driver's license to drive, and the vehicle must be registered with the government. Driving without a license and driving unregistered vehicles are illegal. Driver's license and license plate are issued by state and regional governments.

If you are a permanent resident and hold a valid driver's license from other countries (whether English driver's license or official translation), most States and regions allow you to drive within the first three months after entering the country.

Note: In Tasmania, this three-month period begins when you get a permanent residence visa, not when you arrive in Australia.

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That's all you need to do to start a new life in Australia today. I hope I can help you. If there is anything you don't understand, it doesn't matter. Please ask us anytime and anywhere.