ArrivoAU · arrivoau.com | Arrive prepared. Live well.
| ✓ | Task | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| DAYS 1–3 · The Immediate Essentials | ||
| ☐ | Get an Australian SIM card | Urgent |
| ☐ | Apply for a TFN (Tax File Number) | Urgent |
| ☐ | Open an Australian bank account | Urgent |
| ☐ | Health insurance — check coverage and validity | Urgent |
| ☐ | Know your visa conditions | Urgent |
| ☐ | Get a public transport card | Important |
| ☐ | Get a Photo Card (Australian ID) | Recommended |
| ☐ | Confirm / find initial accommodation | Watch deadline |
| DAYS 4–10 · Documents & Registrations | ||
| ☐ | Register your fixed address with services | Important |
| ☐ | Register for Medicare | If eligible |
| ☐ | Check OSHC (required for subclass 500) | Urgent |
| ☐ | Open a superannuation account | Recommended |
| ☐ | Create a myGov account | Recommended |
| DAYS 11–21 · Work & Finances | ||
| ☐ | Read your employment contract carefully | Urgent |
| ☐ | Fill in the TFN Declaration Form | Urgent |
| ☐ | Nominate your super fund to employer (Super Choice Form) | Urgent |
| ☐ | Understand your award and casual loading | Important |
| ☐ | Create a monthly budget | Recommended |
| ☐ | Save all your payslips | Important habit |
| DAYS 22–30 · Organisation & Integration | ||
| ☐ | Convert your driving licence | Can wait |
| ☐ | Find a GP (family doctor) | Can wait |
| ☐ | Find a trusted dentist | Can wait |
| ☐ | Connect with your community | Recommended |
| IMPORTANT INFORMATION · Stay Alert | ||
| ☐ | Student visa work hour limits | Urgent |
| ☐ | Voting from abroad — stay informed | Recommended |
| ☐ | Tax obligations in your home country | Recommended |