Move to Sydney
Australia · Expat Guide for Tech Workers
Rent (1BR)
$2,400
Rent (2BR)
$3,200
Transport
$140/mo
Expat Community
5/5
🌟 Why Sydney?
- ✓ Iconic harbour city with world-famous beaches
- ✓ Strong job market across tech, finance, and professional services
- ✓ Outdoor lifestyle year-round with excellent weather
- ✓ Multicultural with thriving food and arts scenes
🏠 Best Neighborhoods
Surry Hills
Trendy, cafes, close to CBD, creative
$2,600/mo
Bondi
Famous beach, outdoor lifestyle, backpacker-friendly
$2,800/mo
Newtown
Alternative, LGBTQ+ friendly, live music, diverse food
$2,200/mo
Parramatta
Western Sydney hub, affordable, growing tech precinct
$1,800/mo
✈ Airport
SYD (Sydney Kingsford Smith)
☔ Weather
Warm summers (22-28C), mild winters (8-17C). 340+ sunny days. Occasional storms.
🎓 Schools
Extensive options
💻 Coworking
Many (WeWork, Hub Australia, Tank Stream Labs)
✅ First Week Checklist
- Get an Opal card for trains, buses, ferries, and light rail
- Apply for a TFN (Tax File Number) online
- Open a bank account at CommBank, ANZ, or Westpac
- Apply for Medicare card at a Service Centre
- Walk the Bondi to Coogee coastal trail
🏗 Top Industries
Finance
Tech
Professional Services
Healthcare
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