How much should I save up to emigrate to Australia?

Question

I'm an American currently living in South Korea. The reason I left the U.S. was because I was not content with the way things are going there. After muck consideration, I've decided that Australia would be a better place to spend the rest of my life. So I'd like to know how much money I should save up to make the plan a reality. You can quote it in either American or Australian dollars.

Answer 1

I'm here and it was relatively easy to come because I was sponsored by my current employer. A little research into the type of employment you might want would be a good idea. Also, Western Australia has a huge teacher shortage right now. If you like to teach (and are qualified of course), that might be one way to get here.

By the way, I like the "muck consideration"....intentional or not, very funny. And I'm going home when I've completed my employment here. I miss the ole' red,white, and blue even with all the problems.

Good luck.

Answer 2

Immigrating to Australia is not just measured in dollars. Before you pay for your permanent visa, you will need to 'collect points' as the Australian migration system works with a point system.

I hope you realize that entering into Australia is getting increasingly difficult each year. It really depends on your profession and whether this profession is in need of support from foreign employees. Additionally, your age, work experience and competency of the English language (shouldn't be a problem in your case) will play a part.

The best thing I can do for you is advice you to check with the Australian immigration website, which contains a lot of useful information and a self-evaluation test (to check if you have enough points needed for permanent residency).
www.immi.gov.au

All the best and I hope you will be able to fulfill your dreams.
;-)

Answer 3

the answers above me might be helpful if you are considering transferring your skills to australia. failing the point system or the general skill migration or the employer sponsorship (consider your age as well), and if you already have some savings, do check out investment migration, or business migration as they call it. visit the website www.immi.gov.au.