GETTING SETTLED IN AUSTRALIA

ARRIVE INTO YOUR NEW ROOM, CONNECT YOUR MOBILE PHONE, CALL YOUR FAMILY LET THEM KNOW YOU ARE OK!

We know Australia is far away. The entire process of finding a course, getting accepted, researching the different room options in Australia and finally finding a cheap place to live in is not easy. But now you have arrived. And you are far from home.

We suggest as soon as you arrive you do the following things:

MOBILE PHONES

If your mobile phone works with Australian mobile networks (most new models do) and is unlocked (not locked into your home network) then you can simply buy an Aussie prepaid SIM card and stick in your phone.  You can then buy credit and use it until you run out of credit. You can still receive calls when you have no credit on your phone. If your phone is locked, then make sure you ask your current phone company to unlock it before you travel. You can, of course, also buy a phone in Australia if you need to. DO NOT use your current SIM and pay international roaming rates!

Note: most phones in Australia are connected to GSM networks which operate on 900MHz and 1800MHz frequencies.

CALLING HOME /OVERSEAS

Call your family and let them know you are OK! After all, it is very likely that you have been flying many hours and they are understandably waiting for your call.

Having your own Aussie number means that your family and friends can call you (which will save you a fortune in phone calls). Having your It is also essential if you’re looking for work

Activating your Australian mobile phone

Mobile networks in Australia are required by law to collect identification on their customers before activating your service (you need to show your passport in the shop that sells you your SIM card); and a valid Australian address (which can be your hotel. This however has to be updated as soon as you move out).

Having access to cheap data (given that it is an Australian Number using the local network) you will be able to connect with your family through Whatsapp, Skype, Facebook, Wechat and many other apps (don’t you love technology?)

SECURE  A ROOM IN AUSTRALIA BEFORE YOU LEAVE YOUR COUNTRY

Having a room option ready before you land in Australia is important. This will mean that as soon as you land in Australia you will have your room ready. You only have to arrive and leave your bags. Most of the providers have rooms that come fully furnished and with utility bills included (including internet). This means that as soon as you arrive to your room you will be able to connect to your favourite app and let your family know that you are OK!

Ask your local education agent if they have deals with any Australian Mobile phone company. Many of them will be able to provide you with an Australian SIM card before your leave your home country.

Learn the step by step process of how live and study in Australia