General Information

Australian visa classes are roughly divided amongst Workers, Migrants, Visitors, Students and Refugees.

While each application is different, many have overlapping requirements and those migrating may be required to submit to health, police and qualification checks in order to proceed with a visa application.

Much more information can be found on the DIAC website.

Additional requirements that should be considered depending on visa type may include health insurance, English language testing and assessment of skills and trade qualifications. Migrants should also take into account the need to open an Australia bank account and registering for government services.

See the Department's Living in Australia website for more information.

Legal Aid NSW has developed a suite of videos comprising its New Arrivals Kits that are helpful induction tools for arrivals and also include activity sheets and teacher answer sheets on the following topics areas:

• The legal system
• Driving rules
• Car accidents
• Buying a car
• Police
• Tenancy
• Centrelink
• Child protection
• Family law
• Family violence