Australia
Comprehensive dataOceania — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Overview
Capital
Canberra
Currency
AUD
Continent
Oceania
Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Australia.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Australia
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | Evisa | 90 days |
| Germany | Evisa | 90 days |
| France | Evisa | 90 days |
| Italy | Evisa | 90 days |
| Netherlands | Evisa | 90 days |
| Sweden | Evisa | 90 days |
| Portugal | Evisa | 90 days |
| United States | Evisa | 90 days |
| India | Visa Required | 90 days |
| United Kingdom | Evisa | 90 days |
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Monthly costs
Sydney
Rent (center)
3,000 AUD/mo
Groceries
500 AUD/mo
Transport
200 AUD/mo
Est. Monthly Total
3,950 AUD/mo
Work Permits
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Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482)
Duration: 2-4 years depending on stream
Sponsored by an approved employer for an occupation on the skills list
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Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)
Duration: Permanent
Points-tested skilled workers without employer sponsorship
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Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417)
Duration: 1 year, extendable up to 3 years
Citizens of eligible countries aged 18-30 (or 35 for some countries)
Salary & Tax
Income Tax Range
0% – 45%
Social Security (Employee)
0%
No employee social security contribution. Medicare levy of 2% applies separately.
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