Visa Information
The below table outlines suggest time frames for preparation of documentation and other recommendations you will need to consider prior to departing your Country:
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Things to put in place |
Approximate time to allow |
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Apply for a credit card and/or arrange sufficient funds |
Call and Ask your bank for a time frame |
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Apply for an international passport |
Refer to your local immigration centre for time frame |
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Arrange a student visa |
Information can be viewed at http://www.immi.gov.au/about/charters/client- |
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Arrange accommodation |
Allow 1 month as a minimum to source accommodation allow an additional 3 months if your intention is to rent a home |
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Arrange for immunisations and medications from your doctor. It is recommended that all students be up to date with childhood vaccines including such vaccinations as Tetanus and Measles. Your health care professional can provide more in- |
Speak to your medical practitioner for advise however as a minimum allow 1 month before departing your Country |
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Make travel arrangements |
Attempt to have everything booked 1 month prior to leaving |
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Arrange Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) |
Allow 1 month before departing your Country |
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Arrange transport from airport to accommodation (PIA can assist if required) |
A minimum of 2 weeks before departing |
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Arrange travel insurance |
A minimum of 2 weeks before departing |
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Confirm your ability to access to your funds with your bank whilst in Australia |
a minimum of 2 weeks before departing |
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Advise PIA or your local contact of your travel details |
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