Living in Australia
Official information British people moving to and living in Australia need to know, including residency, healthcare and driving.
Introduction
This guide sets out essential information for British nationals living in Australia, including advice on health, benefits, residence requirements and more. We are unable to provide any guidance on general lifestyle enquiries apart from the information and links listed below. See our information on what consulates can and cannot do for British nationals.
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Before you go
See our travel advice for Australia for up-to-date information on local laws and customs, safety and emergencies.
See moving or retiring abroad.
For information on planning a visit see .
Visas and residency
British citizens need a visa to enter Australia 바카라 사이트� see entry requirements for Australia in our travel advice and .
If you also have Australian citizenship, you should enter and leave the country on your Australian passport.
You can hold both Australian and British citizenship. and see information on eligibility and how to apply.
Healthcare
See our travel advice for Australia.
Australia and the UK have , however the agreement will not cover all healthcare needs. You should buy comprehensive travel and medical insurance before you enter the country.
Under the reciprocal healthcare agreement, British citizens resident in the UK and travelling on a British passport are entitled to limited, subsidised health services, for medically necessary treatment while visiting Australia.
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Read more about medical facilities/practitioners in Australia, or find doctors in Australia.
Working in Australia
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Some jobs may require a UK criminal records check (known as a DBS check).
For information on your rights and obligations in the Australian workforce, or to make a complaint about workplace practices, see the
Tax
See tax if you leave the UK to live abroad and tax on your UK income if you live abroad.
We recommend you get professional advice on paying tax in Australia.
See for information on working and paying taxes in Australia. You need to get a Tax File Number from the
See tax if you return to the UK.
Pensions
See State Pension if you retire abroad and new State Pension.
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You may be able to pay National Insurance while abroad in order to protect your State Pension and entitlement to other benefits and allowances.
To move your pension to the UK, contact the International Pension Centre.
If you have worked in Australia, see for how to claim your pension.
All employers in Australia are required to pay a portion of your wages into a fund for your retirement. This payment is made pre-tax and can only be withdrawn in specific circumstances.
Benefits
See claiming benefits if you live, move or travel abroad.
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Legal advice
See our List of Lawyers
Driving in Australia
See driving abroad and road travel in Australia. Road rules, and the process of exchanging a UK license for an Australian one vary from state to state.
- ACT:
- New South Wales:
- Queensland:
- South Australia:
- Tasmania:
- Victoria:
- Western Australia:
See taking a vehicle out of the UK.
Voting
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Births
Deaths
See what to do after someone dies.
See also:
Getting married
Renewing passports
See overseas British passports applications and get an emergency travel document (sometimes called an emergency passport).
Pets
Australia has strict customs rules. See or if you are travelling with pets back to the UK.
See travelling with pets.
Accommodation and buying property
Rules on vary from state to state.
Emergencies
Australia uses the emergency number 000.
If you need urgent help, contact your nearest British embassy or consulate.
To speak to the police in non-life threatening situations, call 131 444.
Disclaimer
Please note that this information is provided as a guide only. Definitive information should be obtained from the Australian authorities. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office will not be liable for any inaccuracies in this information.
Updates to this page
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Added sections: Introduction, Coronavirus; updated sections: Visas and Residency, Working in Australia, Tax, Pensions
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