Sydney Expat Desk
Expat Desk: Sydney.
Practical relocation guidance for professionals comparing Sydney offers, housing and family cost.
City desk
Plan the move around the job, the home and the household cost.
Sydney links the employment route, offer checks, housing, schools, healthcare, banking, transport, setup, departure and cost planning in one practical desk.
Cost of living
Sydney cost of living: realistic household budgets
Start with current rent bands by district and property type, then compare worked examples for a single professional, a couple and two families.
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employment
Moving to Sydney for a professional role
Temporary skilled visas, sponsor duties, family timing, tax file number and first payroll.
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offer
Checking a Sydney job offer before you travel
Salary, superannuation, rent, school fees, health cover and arrival cash.
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housing
Renting a home in Sydney
Apartments, houses, inspections, bond, lease terms, suburbs and school access.
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schools
Choosing a school in Sydney
Independent and international school names, fees, enrolment timing and daily travel.
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health
Healthcare and insurance in Australia
Medicare eligibility, private insurance, visa cover and family medical planning.
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banking
Banking in Australia
Migrant account opening, identity checks, salary deposits, transfers and security controls.
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transport
Getting around Sydney
Train, metro, ferry, bus, driving, tolls, airport routes and weekly commute cost.
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settling
Setting up a Sydney home
A 90-day sequence for visa, TFN, banking, tenancy, utilities, school and health records.
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departure
Leaving Australia
Final pay, superannuation records, tenancy, tax, banking and school transfer records.
Read the guideRequirements, charges, asking rents and product terms can change. Recheck the relevant authority, employer, school, landlord or provider before paying, signing or applying.