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Hey, Hurmat! I am glad you are moving to Australia because Australia offers an amazing lifestyle in terms of living, traveling, and eating. You are indeed right, as the pre-checklist helps you prepare for the upcoming troubles when moving abroad, if any.
I have a few things in mind that will surely help you make your pre-checklist for moving abroad. Firstly, you must divide your checklist into certain parts, from keeping documents and their copies to managing the immigration process. Here you go:
Make a Checklist of your Travel Documents
Traveling out of the country means remembering the documents that act as your shield and become your identity in a time of urgency. Since you’re transitioning from Pakistan to Australia, a travel checklist is a must. Remember to include these things.
· Passports (valid for at least 6 months)
· Visas (if required)
· Original documents, birth and marriage certificates, degrees, or transcripts.
· Keep photocopies of the original documents in a binder or folder.
Immigration Checklist
Traveling is not without complying with the new country’s immigration policies. Submitting applications and applying for a visa come first in a row when making a checklist.
· Check your visa application requirements and status
· Get acquainted with Australian immigration laws
· Try to register yourself and your family with the Australian authorities
Medical Checklist
Australia invites healthy people to the country. You must not forget about your health while you are excited about your move. Here are the things you must include in your medical checklist.
· Ensure your entire family is vaccinated against the common cold and influenza from your local doctor.
· Go ahead with the body checkup, and do not forget to obtain medical clearance.
· Pack essential medications, prescriptions, and bandages for smooth travel.
· Pick calcium, vitamins, and biotics so that you do not need to find one upon reaching
Banking Checklist
It does not matter whether it is in your home country or a new one; finance is significant. You cannot do anything without money. So, do not delay any further and make your banking checklist. Ensure you put tick marks on every task you accomplish.
· Mention your bank and credit card providers that you are moving to Australia.
· As a safe side, establish an Australian bank account before transitioning.
· If undergoing taxes, consult professional guidance before making an informed decision.
Accommodation Checklist
Where you live in a new country is a question that should not be neglected. On this point, you must prepare yourself and your family to develop the best accommodating habits without showing tantrums. Sometimes, you may not have an accommodation of your choice in the early period of your transition.
· Find accommodation according to your family preferences before moving to Australia
· Explore and search rental tactics and rights to understand everything about accommodation.
Education Checklist
As you already know, Australia is one hub offering unlimited academic programs. In that case, finding what suits you in pursuing your study is not difficult. However, you must make your checklist and, if possible, finalize educational institutes to save time after stepping into the new country.
· Try to find the best-fit schools and academic programs in Australia
· Make your research in your home country
· If meeting the standard, enroll your children beforehand.
Employment Checklist
Working in a new country while adapting their employment methods must be fun. However, you must understand the rules and regulations to give your best. The checklist includes:
· Discover and understand Australian work laws and regulations
· Make your resume and LinkedIn profile; if you have one, update them.
· Try to make professional connections so that you won’t have a problem initiating your work
Shipping Checklist
It is one such thing that you cannot forget. Even then, I thought, reminding you. The shopping checklist is a fun process to make. I leave it to you according to your demands and preferences. However, you must remember that you shop according to the Australian temperature and pack only the stuff in your hand-carry that the immigration service at the airport allows.
Connectivity Checklist
How to connect in a new country is necessary. For this, you have the option to research Australian telecommunication services, local emergency and helpline numbers, and more. You must make a checklist by keeping the points mentioned below.
· Understand Australian internet plans
· Try setting up Australian internet services on your phone
· Consult whether roaming will benefit you or not from the recent movers.
· Update your address with your home country’s postal service
Good luck with your transition to Australia!
