A list of things you need to do before you emigrate - Parts 1 to 2

[Dolly]

If you see the 5 sticky threads at the top of the forum page (they have big yellow stars against them), the "please read: helpful websites for your move to Australia" thread is the last of the sticky threads. The "visa timelines" links are about halfway down the page.

Dolly

[mackdmello]

where is the link to a timeline website located on the forum

mack

[Dolly]

PLEASE READ: Helpful websites for your move to Australia

[roadsigns]

Very nice and informative articles... thanks for sharing it helps a lot..

[lightirish]

hi dolly, just read your post. oh my god. we just moved to brisbane (when i say moved, we are in a hotel). got here last sunday. u did so much work before u came. we came from dubai. spur of the moment thing. are we screwed? my fella is a site foreman and looking at the moment. not good so far.

[kejal_k]

How do you get increased baggage allowance? Most airlines I have spoken to do not care that you are moving.










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Make sure you get increased baggage allowance in Writing (usually 40kg Eastbound, 64k Westbound)

[Dolly]

Originally Posted by kejal_k

How do you get increased baggage allowance? Most airlines I have spoken to do not care that you are moving.

There's only a couple of airlines that will give you increased baggage allowance, Singapore Airlines and I think Emirates. Just make sure that you get it in writing, we got Singapore Airlines to email us stating we have the extra baggage allowance, just covering all the bases really.

Dolly

[uzma mansoor]

hi dolly,
I am really impressed the way you have written steps for moving to Australia.Me and my hubby have also applied for PR of australia.I wanted to ask you
which is the better city to move as i am an IT professional and my hubby is a sales manager and two kids 10,6 years old?
the place where we can get jobs easily and my kids can have good schooling?
also the places where we can have low cost living and we can save a lot?
thanx for ur help

[kejal_k]

Originally Posted by Dolly

There's only a couple of airlines that will give you increased baggage allowance, Singapore Airlines and I think Emirates. Just make sure that you get it in writing, we got Singapore Airlines to email us stating we have the extra baggage allowance, just covering all the bases really.

Dolly

Absolute magic! I called Singapore airlines (luckily I was flying with them) 2 days before my flight, explained the situation and they allowed me to carry 40 kilos!!

The only thing you need to show is your one way ticket and Australian visa. This must also be your first entry into Australia under your new visa.

[Dolly]

Originally Posted by uzma mansoor

hi dolly,
I am really impressed the way you have written steps for moving to Australia.Me and my hubby have also applied for PR of australia.I wanted to ask you
which is the better city to move as i am an IT professional and my hubby is a sales manager and two kids 10,6 years old?
the place where we can get jobs easily and my kids can have good schooling?
also the places where we can have low cost living and we can save a lot?
thanx for ur help

Hi,

Being in IT, your best bet is either Sydney or Melbourne. Sydney itself is very expensive to live (the most expensive place in the country!) but the burbs aren't too bad. Have a look at realestate.com.au to check out rentals - you'll then be able to compare prices and see which is more affordable.

There are good schools all over the country. The best thing to do is first agree on a place to live and then do the research on schools.

Dolly