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The Kiwi Moving to Australia Masterguide

Everything you need to know before and after you land

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The Kiwi Moving to Australia Masterguide

📄 90 pages 🗓 Updated May 2025 📥 Instant PDF download 🔄 Free updates included

The most comprehensive guide for New Zealanders moving to Australia. Covers every stage from your visa decision through to your first 90 days in Aus.

What's Inside

01Your Visa — The Special Category Visa Explained

What the SCV does and doesn't give you
Medicare eligibility from July 2023
Pathway from SCV to permanent residency
Citizenship timeline (updated July 2025)

02Banking Before You Land

Opening an Australian bank account from NZ
Which banks are best for Kiwis
Transferring money (Wise vs bank transfer)
Setting up direct debits for rent & bills

03Finding a Place to Live

Renting without a local rental history
Realestate.com.au & Domain.com.au walkthrough
What to check at a rental inspection
Bond, rent in advance and moving in

04Tax File Number & Medicare

Getting your TFN before you land
Medicare enrolment step-by-step
Bulk billing and GP access
Pharmaceutical benefits and prescriptions

05Your First 90 Days Checklist

Week 1 essentials
Month 1 admin
Setting up superannuation
Schools (if moving with kids)

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