Australia to the UK - all the info you need

Travel and Work in the UK?

1000's of Australians come to the UK to work and travel every year. The history between the two nations makes it easier for Australians to obtain UK Visa's. Need a UK Bank account? Get a UK Starter Pack!

• About Work and Travel in the UK
• Do I have to pay taxes?
• What type of employment is available?
• Will I need a visa? What visa type?
• Where do I find accommodation?

From our experience of recruitment and the real life experience of our consultants, we have provided this one stop shop to assist you with your move to the UK.

WELCOME TO THE UK

Enjoy your stay and if we have not answered all your questions, please let us know.

When coming to the UK you should be prepared to spend 2-3 weeks looking for a professional job. If you're coming to the UK on a HSMP it's even more important to get the right job that pays enough for renewals. You should get some work done on your CV to ensure it performs for the UK market. It's also a good idea to get in touch with relevant companies for your specific job sector before you arrive.

It's relatively easy for Australians to get to the UK , with fewer language and cultural barriers Aussies should have no trouble finding the right jobs. One thing to keep in mind is choosing the right company to help set you up in the UK especially if contracting. Contract employment is a quickly growing method of work for many international new arrivals. You should book short term accommodation for your initial arrival and then look for something more permanent after you've found a suitable job and depending on where it is. London is a large city and you might even want to work in other cities across the UK .

What next?

You will need a valid visa to work in the UK , unless you have an EU or British Passport. If you haven't already done so apply for one via the Government website or a local agency. Start looking for jobs and register with companies within your field of expertise, they will be able to help you secure a job quicker. Remember to update your CV into a UK format! That's very important; you can do this immediately when you get to the UK via a specialised CV company. Finally you will need a bank account, this can be opened for free when you get to the UK and once you start working you can apply for a National Insurance number (NI) used for tax purposes. Want to know more about working in the UK?