"You can always make more money… but you can never replace the time."

Wondering how much it really costs to move to Australia? This episode is a must-listen if you’re starting to plan your relocation and want to avoid hidden surprises. From visa fees and shipping to car seats and pantry staples, I walk you through the major expenses involved in relocating and setting up your new life Down Under.

Welcome to the New Life in Australia podcast

In this solo episode, Karen shares the essential costs to consider when planning your move to Australia. Whether you're relocating solo or with your family, this episode shares the financial investment and what to expect, so you can create a realistic budget and plan ahead with confidence.

In the episode, we cover:

• The cost of a visa (including extras like medicals and skills assessments
• Whether it’s worth paying for a migration agent
• What costs you need to budget for
• Why your first few weeks will be some of the most expensive
• Additional expenses like airport taxis, car seats and arrival accommodation
• Set-up costs once you land, from new furniture to pantry basics
• How to decide if it's all worth it (spoiler: it was for us!)

Additional Resources:

• Get the Ultimate Emigration Checklist Bundle
• Blog post about the costs of moving to Australia
• Get shipping quotes
• Research pet shipping
• Find relocation agents in the Move to Australia Directory
• Send My Bag – get 5% off
• Go Walkabout one-way insurance – get 5% off
• Get the Carly Car Subscription offer and listen to episode 26 about the benefits of a car subscription
• Shop for flights to Australia
• Discover the pros and cons of using a migration agent
• Free Move to Australia Facebook Community
• Home Affairs Visa Pricing

Find the full show notes and transcript at

Find all of the migration and relocation services you need in one handy place in the Move to Australia Directory.

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