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After you’ve received your visa, you’ll need to start making plans for your arrival in Australia. To make sure you’re ready, use the pre-flight checklist below.

1. Before traveling to Australia, ensure your passport is valid for at least six months. Make a hard copy of your passport in case of emergency.

 For more information, visit the Australian Department of Home Affairs Website   (https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-    500 ). Apply for the visa at least six weeks before the course starts date.

2.  Ensure the vaccination certificate meets Australia’s Requirements

You must be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine that has been approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). For more information: https://www.tga.gov.au/international-covid-19-vaccines-recognised-australia

Travelers outside Australia who have been vaccinated should show a certificate that matches the following requirements:

  • A national, state/provincial, or certified immunization provider issues the certificate.
  • Written in English or with a certified English translation
  •  The traveler’s name as it appears on their passport
  •  Either your birth date or your passport number
  •  The brand name of the vaccine and the date of each dosage or the completion of an entire course of immunization.
Both paper and digital certificates are accepted. 
3. Submit the Digital Passenger Declaration

Before your flight, you must submit your Digital Passenger Declaration https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/covid19/digital-passenger-declaration online and a copy of your vaccine certificate.

The DPD should be filled out before 72 hours of flying to Australia. This is

mandatory because you have to provide health information.

4. Evidence of the COVID-19 rapid antigen Test

You must show proof of the negative Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) test taken by an authorized person like a pharmacist, general practitioner, nurse, pathologist, pathology collector, or trained personnel at airport-based testing stations in the 24 hours prior to scheduled departure OR a negative Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (NAAT), like a Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test performed in the three days (72 hours) prior to your scheduled departure.

5. Contact Details

It’s good to know the emergency contact information for family and other personal contacts you may have in Australia and information about your embassy, lodging, and institution when you fly. Keep the contact information for your education agent on your phone if you need to contact them once you arrive in Australia.

6. Australian Currency

Even though money exchanges will be available at a few airports, make sure you should have some Australian currency with you when you travel to Australia.

 7. What should you bring to Australia and what not?

Due to tight border controls, you must be informed of what you can and cannot bring into Australia. Australia’s biosecurity regulations have been toughened, and if you fail to declare biosecurity commodities accurately at the Australian border, you will face penalties. This means that you must declare when you arrive in Australia.

 What is not allowed?
  •  Any food, plant matter, or animal products
  •  Arms, ammunition, and firearms
  • Medicine
8. Some essential documents must be reviewed before departure
  • Important Documents (You need to scan all your documents and save them in a safe Drive which helps you if you lose, robbery, or theft.)
  • You should have to bring these things with you (Check your baggage weight, IDs and essential documents, Address details, Visa information, Information about the Nepalese Embassy, Bank account /ID/Password, Health insurance info, international driving license, Jackets, Travel guide, Adapters for the charger)

Choosing a university and college for the international study is a big decision and is often overwhelming. You need to do intensive research before selecting or joining the university and college. Once you decide to travel abroad for a further study/degree, please start making a list of two or more universities and start comparing the course structure, fees, and facilities they offer. Always follow the recommendation provided by your friends, family, experts, and counsellor before applying to any university. Last but not least, always remember to select the course that will support your long-term career goals.

 Some of the points that you have to consider while choosing a university and courses:

1. Location

Location always plays an essential role. At first, you have to explore your field of study and area before travelling to Australia; because you are applying for a student visa, you will not have enough time to travel the entire day from home to universities and then back home again. Select a location close to your university or the area that is not too far from your university or college because this could be too costly and tiring.

2. Selection of the Best University and Course

Before starting the application process to study in Australia, you need to research universities, their global ranking, and the course structure you are intended to apply for.

You have to do intensive research to know whether the university or college offers the particular topics and courses you enjoy. Go to each university’s website and see if the course covers the content you want to learn more about. If you think something is unclear and doubtful, contact the college and university directly and discover they offer the areas you want to learn about. The most important thing is the course structure and the modes of teaching.

3. Graduate Outcome and Career Opportunities

So before selecting a university and college, you need to do intensive research on whether it will provide you with the excellent qualification and skills you were seeking to compete in the working world because all the industries are constantly in the search for the well qualified and skilled graduates who can contribute to a remarkable change. You need to analyze all graduate outcomes and career opportunities after completing your intended course. In short, you have to select those universities or colleges along with course structures with high employment opportunities and higher pay that helps to grow you academically and professionally after you graduate.

4. Academic and Lecturer Research 

Be sure you have conducted detailed research on the universities/colleges and all the academic courses they are offering you. Always remember to compare those courses with the other two or more universities or colleges you are considering, and select the one that covers all the topics and subjects you want to learn about. Also, perform intensive research about faculty members and lecturers in the associated departments. However, you don’t have to panic because renowned colleges and universities always have the best lecturers.

5. Cost and Entry Requirement

Australian universities and colleges offer globally recognized degrees. Some universities are expensive to study, and some have significantly higher entry criteria. Being an overseas student, you should always keep your budget in mind. Always select the university and college that matches your financial situation. Always choose the option that is cost-effective for you.

6. Extra Activities and Social Activities

Students must consider the social side of college and universities, whether they are offering cultural activities, sports, and many other extra activities. You should research and select those universities and colleges that provide a number of these activities because the social side is an essential part of student life. There is a diverse culture in Australia, so you will likely try new things and tastes.

If you are confused, Wise Crave Education and Visa Services can assist you in selecting the best location, colleges, and universities that fit your previous education and financial budget.

The best way of getting PR is the main question for everyone planning to study and reside in Australia. Engaging in pathways like Skilled Migration, State Nomination, or Employer Nomination Program is a way to get PR. International students can study PR leading courses like nursing, IT, trade, business, and many others, leading to post-study work and PR.

As Australia is a safe, warm, welcoming, and supportive place to live and settle, many international students plan to settle permanently.

If you are an international student and want to study, live and work in Australia, you first need to apply for an Australian Student Visa. After completing the study, you can apply for the Australian post-study work visa (Subclass 485). Subclass 485 visa allows students to temporarily work and reside in Australia for two to four years.

Students who already have gained sufficient work experience can directly use the General Skilled Migration program to migrate to Australia. Submit an interest through Skillselect and directly apply for permanent residency. Before applying through the General Skilled Migration program, the applicant must carefully check the Skilled Occupation List. Make sure that whether or not the occupation is acceptable or not for immigration to Australia.

For your information, those international students who have completed a course associated with the listed occupation in the Australian Skilled Occupation List have a higher chance of getting Australian PR.

Let’s discuss the top ten courses that will help you earn a handsome salary and a pathway to PR.

Engineering

One of the highest demanded occupations is engineering. Every year, Australia demands many engineers for various fields like Agricultural Engineering, Software Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and others.

An engineer earns an average salary of around AUD 66,000. Students graduating with an engineering degree can easily work and reside in Australia.

Accounting

Besides engineering, accounting is also one of the most high-in-demand jobs. It is a rapidly growing occupation in Australia. Pursuing accounting in Australia opens to multiple career options; it is among students’ most loved courses.

As a graduate student majoring in accounts, you can work as General Accountant, Management Accountant, Taxation accountant, Corporate Treasurer, External Editor, and others. For your information, the average wage of an accountant in Australia is AUD 75,000.

Nursing                                                    

Nursing is one of the most favorable occupations. The country is known for being a top destination for nursing. As the population in Australia is increasing, there is also an increment of skilled medical employees. According to data published by Australia’s Future Health Workforce, around 123,000 nurses would be required by 2030. The most popular nursing professions listed in the Skilled Occupation are Nurse Practitioner, Surgical Nurse, Community Health Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Child and Family Health Nurse, Medical Practice Nurse, Paediatrics Nurse, Critical Care, and Emergency Nurse, Aged Care Registered Nurse, Disability and Rehabilitation Nurse, Midwifery, and Developmental Disability Nurse.

If you want to help others, this is the perfect time to apply to Australia. Wise Crave is here with all solutions to your problems.

Social Work

Social work courses and career paths are designed to provide support and advice and help work with underprivileged people to uplift and significantly impact their lives. You can study different social work courses like Psychology, Health and Welfare Services, Psychiatry, etc. You can work as Community Worker, Family Support Worker, Social Worker, and Welfare Center Manager upon completion. The social worker earns an average salary of AUD 65,000.

Medical Profession

There is a huge demand for health professionals in the Australian healthcare industry. So, having a medical degree in Australia means you get exceptionally high pay. However, one should not forget that pursuing a medical degree in Australia is equally expensive.

Plan your budget! Remember, it is only a one-time investment. Upon completion of your studies, you will soon be eligible for PR. Also, you can work in medical fields like Physiotherapy, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Dermatology, Gynaecology, Radiology, Oncology, Urology, General Medicine, Prosthetics, and others.

Computer and Information Technology (IT)

There is a high demand for computer science and IT professionals as the world digitalizes. IT professionals and software and application programmers are among the top fifteen occupations in Australia that are expected to grow higher Australia. Pursing IT, courses in Australia simply means you are being linked to growth and employment opportunities.

An IT professional’s starting salary is AUD 30,000 and raises hundreds of thousands based on experience.

Education and Teaching

Pursuing a career in education and teaching enables you to apply for Permanent Residency (PR) in Australia. It leads to many career opportunities like Primary and Secondary teachers, Vocational Education Teachers, Pre-Primary teachers, University lecturers, Special Needs teachers, and English teachers for non-native speakers. You can inspire students and make a difference.

Automotive

If you are passionate about fixing vehicles, you should take automotive courses. Studying automotive links you with ample opportunities and allows you to gain points for permanent residency in Australia.

Some of Australia’s highest automotive demand jobs are motorcycle, automotive electrician, motor mechanic, and diesel mechanic. After completing your education, you can apply to any mentioned positions.

Trade Qualifications

Many people might not know that trade courses are also PR-leading courses. Many colleges and institutes in Australia offer trade courses leading to employment opportunities like carpenter, welder, electrician, etc.

You can either have a bachelor’s degree, diploma degree, or Certificate III/IV, and TRA (Trade Recognition of Australia) assessment for applying for trade jobs in Australia.

Dentistry

Studying Dentistry in Australia offers exciting career opportunities and makes a pathway to gaining an Australian permanent residency.

You can study for dental degrees like Bachelor of Oral Health (BOralH), Bachelor of Dental Science (BDSc), Postgraduate programs, etc. Upon graduation, you can choose dentistry careers like Dental Technician, Dental Hygienist, Dental Therapist, and Dental Prosthetics. You can also go for other jobs like General Practice, Teaching, and more. Starting a dentistry profession in Australia is a challenging profession but equally rewarding.

You need to take care of some important things after you arrive in Australia. It would help if you were done those following things as soon as possible so that it will not be difficult after university/college starts. Notify the family you’ve arrived safely

 1. Get the student ID Card
2. Open an Australian Bank Account

You must pass a 100-point identity check administered by the Australian government https://www.police.sa.gov.au/services-and-events/100-point-identification to open the bank account. You’ll need to show identification like your passport, student card, driver’s license, credit card, phone bill, or utility bill. The bank will suggest that you provide your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) paperwork when opening a student account. To transact on an account, you may need to give your bank a Tax Identification Number.

3. Mobile Phone set up
4.  Organise your digital OSHC Card

For information on how to get a digital card that you may use right away, go to the website of your Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) provider. OSHC provider Allianz Care staff are available at Hub Central from 10 AM- 4 PM

         Some other OSHC providers are:

5. Have to apply for Tax File Number if you are planning to work 

You will need to apply for a free Tax File Number if you want to work part-time while you study in Australia. A TFN is your authority number in the Australian tax system, and most companies will ask for it before you start working.

On the  Australian Taxation Office’s website, you can learn more about TFN and submit your application.

Should know the terms and visa conditions as an international student:

  • Need to maintain a 50% pass grade throughout the study program 
  • Need to maintain 80% attendance 
  • Need to have health insurance to cover my whole visa duration
  • Need to inform my address University/DHA within seven days and need to update any new address
  • Can work 40 hours per fortnight part-time only 
  • Cannot change my university for the first 6months

Australia is full of wonders. The country is the world’s small continent surrounded by a single country having unique landscapes (land of diversity), food, and some well-loved weirdness. The selfie with cuddly Marsupials like Koalas and Kangaroos is an extraordinary visitor experience. Here we have listed interesting facts about Australia that you need to know:

Most Australians Are Born Overseas

Every country represents the adding growth of the national population in 2020. However, England continued the largest group of overseas-born in Australia, and India allocated the second position by replacing China.

Right To Vote For Women

The federal election for women’s right to vote came in 1902 (Edith Cowan) at 21, which placed the second position after New Zealand. Meanwhile, the Women’s Franchise Act passed away on the third attempt in New South Wales. 

Almost All Australians live on the coast

There has been rapid population growth in coastal areas outside the capital cities. They stay because of better transportation routes, trade resources, and assist in physical exercises such as walking, swimming, and surfing. The highest proportion of its population is covered by Tasmania (85%) living within 50 kilometers of the coast. Living between the land and sea helps Australian people to achieve environmental and economic benefits.

Habitat for World’s Deadliest Animals

Australia is full of wonders. It is home to animals with the most venom and holds approximately 66 venomous species, ranking third after Brazil and Mexico. The marbled cone snail, box jellyfish, blue-ringed octopus, and stonefish are listed as the most venomous animals globally, and all of them are found in Australia. The giant reptiles, the most aggressive and territorial animals, Common Dead Adder and Coastal Taipan, are also found in Australia.

Queen Elizabeth II Once Fired Entire Australian Government Officials

In 1975, Queen shocked the nation by firing everyone in parliament on a quarrel over the budgetary result. Queen’s official representative in Australia, Governor-General Sir John Kerr, operated all the formalities on her behalf.

Home To Purest Water Found In the World

According to world quality IQ Air’s 2019, Tasmania, one of the regional cities of Australia, was the top-ranked purest water that provides pm 2.5 air quality. Tasmania’s tap water is safe and healthy for drinking water.

Most Animals in Australia Are Nowhere To Be Found

From the varieties of birds to the cuddly Marsupials, the most exciting animals found in Australia. There are many opportunities to spot amazing creatures and experience the wildlife. The kangaroos are easily spotted on the fields of New South Wales, but more challenging to find the Koalas.

Saudi Arabia Imports Camels From Australia

During the 19th century, Saudi Arabia didn’t have many camels compared to Australia. Saudi Arabia uses camels as a form of transport and, in the end, becomes a problem for farmers. Now, Australia chose the free-ranging camels to ship them to Saudi Arabia, which met a similar fate.

Melbourne has the most extensive public tram system worldwide

Since 1885, trams have been operating constantly in Melbourne and became the most significant expansion globally. The tramway network contains 250km of double track, almost 200 million trips completed yearly.

Have you ever heard about banana benders? They all belong to Queensland

Over 90 percent of Australia’s banana is produced in Queensland, and they enjoy spending time placing the bends into bananas. On July 15, 1937, when the Queen asked the man what his occupation was, he replied: “I’m a banana-bender.

Australia has over 60 separate wine regions

Australia’s oldest wine region is Hunter Valley, and the first wine plant was in Camden, NSW, in the 1820s. The varieties of 100 grapes are produced in other regions such as the east coast to the west, maritime to cool climate.

Brisbane hosts the world championship of cockroach racing

Cockroach racing is a club gambling activity in 1982, first organized at the Story Bridge Hotel in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. On January 26, Australian Day, and given the title Australia Day Cockroach Races. The event began when two Australian pub patrons were arguing “over which suburb has the most significant and fastest roaches.”

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Wise Crave Education and Visa Services provide all the necessary guidance and information related to Australia. We offer all the visa services such as student visa services, tourist visa services, and dependent visa services.