Registration Number 1971 and 2748
MARN numbers:
0208366, 0426675, 0641256, 0742456 and 0640237
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First entry into Australia
arriving in Australia for the first time after visa grant
What to do on your first entry into Australia
Apart from the G'day mate & welcome to Australia, the following checklist may be of use for you.
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On the flight:
- Complete the arrivals card (yellow card or blue card)
- State that you are (A) migrating permanently to Australia, or if you are a temporary resident, that you are migrating temporarily
- Make sure you have no food / seeds etc in your baggage
- Declare all CASH (not travelers cheques) in excess of AUD 10 000 |
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On arrival in Customs hall
- Present your passports
- Collect your baggage and clear customs |
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If arranged, an BCIS representative or agent will be in the arrivals hall to meet with you and to take you to your initial destination. Keep a lookout for your name on a board ! |
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Remember to bring :
- Your drivers licence (not international licence � just your normal licence)
- Credit cards
- Any other identification documents you may have
- If you bring any foreign currency or TC�s, try to bring AUD, USD or Sterling |
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If you are going to stay for a period exceeding 4 weeks, you may as well :-
- Open a bank account
- Get your Australian drivers licence (your ID in Australia)
- Arrange to meet an BCIS BMS representative to discuss employment and business matters |
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Hints & tips
- Spend at least 3 weeks in each city you are thinking of making your home town (and visit at least 2 of the major cities)
- Do not stay in hotels. We recommend self catering units � will give you the opportunity to experience shopping, and real living conditions in Australia
- Rent a car from a place like BAYSWATER � much cheaper than the big companies.
- Attend an BCIS info session for new migrants
- Look around, investigate, drive �.and talk to other migrants, advisors, friends and BCIS representatives.
Hints & Tips
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Send your CV to us at least 6 weeks before you come over (for employment assistance) |
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Get BCIS BMS to assist you with your business matters & planning (business migrants) and start this at least 4-6 weeks before coming over yourself |
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Bring your �visa / migration� folder with you |
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Do not buy a house to live in for your first year � rent. Much cheaper and you can do much better with your capital in your first year than tying it up in a house. Investment properties are an entirely different story �. |
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Buy a car. (see our guide on buying a car for more details) |
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Get your drivers licence |
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Schools. Look for good public schools or reputable private schools. |
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Job interviews & finding a job
- Australianise your CV / resume
- Attend an BCIS info session on employment ! |
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Create a credit record for yourself. Get a credit card (need evidence of employment or income � from any source world wide � to do this). Even if you intend buying a cheap car (or expensive one) using cash, finance a small portion of it � all helps to build a credit record here. |
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Speak with reputed investment advisors and let your money work for you (we can assist with this) |
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Join a local sports club or group |
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Go shopping together (husband and wife) � will help you to come to grips with pricing in Australia |
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Your accountant will be your best friend here �. contact BCIS BMS for assistance |
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