Does anyone know what it takes to live in Australia?

Question

Hello friends,I've been a permanent resident,living in the US for almost 4 years.Always wanted to live in Australia;but don't know anybody over there.
I'm originally from Brazil,but I speak English fluently.
I was wondering what it takes to live legally in Australia.

Answer 1

It is easier if you have family here, come as an International Student to study, a business to sponsor you or a skilled job that Australia is short on. Of course Migrating as a Refugee or Humanitarian Entrant would be the easiest!

However research the following websites to give you more information. . . .

Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship - http://www.immi.gov.au
Australian Government - http://www.australia.gov.au

For Aussie skilled jobs go to http://www.immi.gov.au/skilled/index.htm

About working in Aussie - http://www.workingin-australia.com
For Australia Skilled Immigration Assessment Form - http://www.workpermit.com/australia/relocation.htm

For living costs - http://www.aussiemove.com/aus/costlive.asp

Step-by-step guides to procedures and paperwork
http://www.justlanded.com/english/australia is a great guide that explains things in plain English, applying for visas, working or as an international student etc…

Good Luck with it all.

Answer 2

Lots of money.
Depends on where you want to live in Australia and which visa you have.

Answer 3

Australian govt will be able to help with your enquires
My advice BIG SHOULDERS , plenty of insect repellent , fly spray, thongs to kill the creepy crawlies, (Oh that's a flip flop to you i think):) and big appetite for sport and bring plenty of self confidence If your full of yourself you`ll fit in nicely. Big ego a must have . Oh and if you can speak like you got tight undies and nasally you`ll be doing fine up Queensland way.
When you have done your time, you can have half your brain removed (its called a Steve Irwin)and become one of them if you want.
Best of luck