Moving to Australia can be an exciting and rewarding experience. However, it’s important to take the right steps in advance so you don’t end up overspending or struggling financially once you arrive. The following tips will help you create a budget plan before moving:
Set a budget and make a plan
So you’re moving to Australia. You’ve got your visa, your plane ticket, and your new home in Australia all set up. But what about the rest of it? What do you need to know when budgeting for your move?
When setting a budget for an international move, it’s important not only to consider the obvious costs like flights and accommodation but also everything else that goes into moving abroad – from visas to school uniforms and furniture. You’ll also want to factor in any unexpected expenses that may crop up along the way (like if there’s damage or loss of property during transit). Make sure you do research on where to shop like a local or research for a discount Indian grocery if you like Indian food, or find local Chinese restaurants where you can eat affordably. It can be easy for people who have never moved overseas before; don’t forget about hidden costs!
Reap your current place
If you’re still in the place where you grew up, it’s time to reap what you have sown. If any items have been sitting around unused or unappreciated for years, now is the time to get rid of them.
- Sell: If there’s anything valuable in your home (like an old laptop), consider selling it on eBay or Craigslist and put that cash toward the move.
- Donate: Perhaps some of those things could be donated instead? Donate clothes and furniture at local thrift stores or shelters; they’ll put them to good use instead of letting them rot away in storage until they’re worthless. You may even be able to claim a tax deduction for these donations!
- Throw away: Whatever doesn’t sell or go out into circulation should get thrown away–it’s best not to have extra clutter around when trying to pack up everything else!
Determine the type of help you might need
- Determine the type of help you might need.
- If you have young children, elderly parents, or other dependents who will be moving with you and need assistance with their daily lives, consider hiring a personal assistant to help them settle into their new home.
- Consider hiring a housekeeper/cleaner to clean your home regularly so that it’s always tidy and ready for entertaining guests or family members at short notice.
- If there are jobs around the house that don’t require much skill (weeding lawns, mowing lawns, etc.), then consider getting someone in once or twice per week as opposed to hiring someone full-time who will expect payment regardless of whether they do any actual work!
Measure out distances
Before you move to Australia, it’s important to measure the distance between your current place and your new one. You can do this with Google Maps by finding the distance between two addresses.
Google Maps will give you an exact number of kilometers or miles between two points on Earth (or Mars). If you want to know how far away something is from where you currently live, simply enter its address into Google Maps and click “Get Directions.” Then click on “Distance” at the top right corner of the screen–it will show up as either “miles” or “kilometers.”
Look into public transportation options
Public transportation is a great way to get around if you’re on a budget. It can be cheaper than renting a car, and it may even be faster (depending on where you’re going). Public transportation also allows you to explore the city and get to know it better.
It’s also a good opportunity for socializing: if you’re traveling alone or with friends who have different interests than yours, taking public transportation will allow both of those groups an equal amount of time spent together–and possibly even help them bond over their shared experience!
Open a bank account in your destination city before you move
You’ll need to open a bank account in your destination city before you move. It’s important that the bank be able to give you access to your money when you land, and that it operates on the same currency as where you’re going.
If possible, try opening an international account with a bank that has branches overseas so they can help with opening local accounts when needed (e.g., if there aren’t any branches near where your new home is).
Being prepared can help keep costs low.
Being prepared can help keep costs low.
Before moving, make a list of all the things you need to do before leaving, such as buying furniture or finding an apartment. Then consider what you will need to spend money on when in Australia. For example, if you don’t have an Australian bank account set up yet (and therefore no debit card), then there’s a good chance that some things like groceries may cost more than they would at home because they require a cash payment at checkout instead of using an electronic payment method like credit cards or Apple Pay.
Consider making a budget for everything from rent and utilities through entertainment expenses like movies and dining out with friends so that there aren’t any surprises once living costs start adding up!
Conclusion
Moving to Australia is a big step, but it doesn’t have to be expensive. As long as you’re prepared and know how much money you can spend on your move, you’ll be able to save money and enjoy the best parts of living in this beautiful country.
