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Visiting, Working or Studying in Australia
Update 2026
Many things have changed since I wrote about this in 2011. Many of the old Websites don't work either, so the best place for advice if you want to come to Australia either temporarily or permanently is the Department of Home Affairs.
Visiting Australia
If you simply want to visit, the easiest way is to apply for the an eVisa which is available to most people coming from European Countries. This site will tell you if you are eligible and also has the relevant forms. It’s very easy to apply over the internet and basically you just have to show that you are of good character and have enough money to be able to support yourself during your stay. Don’t try to come without going through this process, because Australia is very harsh on illegal immigrants, people who come without visas and those who overstay their visas.
Working Holidays
Australia has Reciprocal Working Holiday Arrangements with a number of countries. You can find out more here. They usually apply to visitors aged 18 to 30 without children and allow visitors to supplement their funds through temporary employment.
Western Australia used to have an excellent website on this topic including places where you can apply for jobs. This no longer seems to work but their tips are still useful:
· Apply to Department of Home Affairs
· Apply to Australian Taxation Office for tax file number
· Ensure you have spare money
· Open a bank account
· Bring suitable work clothes
· Make sure you have sufficient insurance and health cover
Working in Australia or Migrating to Australia
If you want to work or stay permanently in Australia, the short answer is, if you are in a profession where skills are in short supply in Australia, particularly engineering or IT, you may even find a sponsor. Check out the Career One Website for more on this:
Studying in Australia
As well as checking the Home Affairs site, most universities also have their own sites so if you know where you want to study contact the university in that state.
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