4 Things You Should Consider When Moving to Sydney

Did you know that apart from being one of the best cities to live in Australia, Sydney has also the largest multicultural  community  in Australia, with 31.7% of the population born overseas? Sydney is an ideal place if you are looking to relocate to an ever changing place. Sydney is full of life and hey, we shouldn’t forget it’s mind blowing coastal area. If you are looking forward to relocating to Sydney and you don’t know where to begin in preparing your move, we got your back!

With approximately 4,926,000 habitants, Sydney is the largest and most populous city in Australia. Sydney is made up of  658 suburbs, 40 local government areas, 15 contiguous regions, and also serves as the capital of the state of New South Wales.

Living in Sydney

If you come from an English speaking country, settling in Sydney would be a big problem for you. Compared to many different countries, the Sydney lifestyle is chill and relaxed; however rent can be an issue as it is said that the cost of living is quite pricey in Sydney, but with the right planning you may have a cosy little apartment for yourself but bear in mind that rent in this city is is paid weekly and not monthly.

Visa & Other Requirements

Being aware of visa options and the application process before your move to Sydney is mandatory. The best way to make sure you apply for the correct visa is to check with the Australian Government website of the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.

Useful informations:

• Non-native speakers of English will be assessed according to standardized testing like the IELTS (International English Language Testing System), the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT), the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic), the OET (Occupational English Test), and the Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE).

• Skills and qualifications must be officially recognized by the relevant Assessing Authority.
• Depending on your country of origin, intended occupation, and visa category, a health check might be required. Temporary visa applicants also need proof of sufficient healthcare arrangements before moves.
• Everybody wishing to enter Australia will be assessed against the character requirement and asked to sign the Australian Value Statement. You may need to provide a penal clearance (i.e. a clean criminal record or a certificate of good conduct) before you are granted a visa and are allowed to move to Sydney.

So make sure to prepare all the necessary documents while applying for your required visa.

Finding a Job in Sydney

If your company is not ensuring you with a job after your move, you might want to start hunting for a job online. Since we live in an advanced digital era, you will find a number of sites which advertise jobs internationally. For instance; LinkedIn can be a smart choice.

Transportation in Sydney

If you are looking for an easy city to live in, Sydney is one city that you would feel the most relaxed in.  There are suburban trains, light rails, metro rails, public buses, and ferries that all run reliably. However; all you need is an Opal card that would ease your travelling.