🇦🇺 Move to Australia
Tech Worker Relocation Guide
Median Tech Salary
$85,000
vs US Salary
71%
Quality of Life
5/5
Safety Index
8/10
🌟 Why Move to Australia?
- ✓ Exceptional quality of life with outdoor lifestyle and beaches
- ✓ Strong economy with low unemployment
- ✓ Excellent public healthcare via Medicare
- ✓ Growing tech sector with competitive salaries in AUD
📄 Visa Options
Subclass 482 (TSS) Temporary Skill Shortage
Requirements: Employer nomination + 2 years relevant experience
Processing: 1-4 months
Duration: 2-4 years
Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent)
Requirements: Points-based, occupation on skilled list
Processing: 6-12 months
Duration: Permanent Residence
Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional)
Requirements: State/territory nomination for regional areas
Processing: 6-12 months
Duration: 5 years (pathway to PR)
💷 Tax Overview
Resident tax rates: 0% up to $18,200 AUD, then 19-45%. Medicare levy 2%. No inheritance or estate tax.
📚 Practical Tips
banking
Open an account with CommBank, ANZ, or Westpac. Some allow pre-arrival setup. TFN (Tax File Number) needed for work.
housing
Domain.com.au and realestate.com.au for rentals. Expect 4 weeks bond + 2 weeks advance rent.
healthcare
Apply for Medicare card upon arrival (if eligible). Private health insurance offers shorter wait times for elective procedures.
phone
Optus, Telstra, and Vodafone are main carriers. Prepaid SIMs from $30 AUD/month. Boost and Aldi Mobile are MVNOs.
