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Hi everyone My husband and I are moving to Oz in 6 weeks and Im feeling a little overwhelmed. I worry that Im going to forget to do something important. My question is for people who have done the ...


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wildroses81
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Joined: 31 Jul 2008
Posts: 8



Posted: Thu Jul 31, 2008 7:29 am
 

Hi everyone
My husband and I are moving to Oz in 6 weeks and Im feeling a little overwhelmed. I worry that Im going to forget to do something important. My question is for people who have done the move, were you able to find a check list for what you should take care of in Canada before you go. I would just feel better if I had a list I could check off. I have found some for UK migrants that has been helpful but so far nothing for Canadians.
Thank you in advance,
Christy

misterbig
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Joined: 22 Jun 2008
Posts: 20
Location: Sydney


Posted: Thu Jul 31, 2008 6:58 pm
 

Depends on how long you're coming here for. Make sure you have your important docs like birth certificates, marriage certificate etc. The things you leave in safety deposit boxes. I can't believe how many times I've had to show stuff like that, especially if you're applying for PR/citizenship. If you aren't covered by Australian medicare, make sure you have travel insurance.

cherieboberry1
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Joined: 08 Oct 2007
Posts: 41
Location: Melbourne AUS


Posted: Thu Jul 31, 2008 10:15 pm
 

Cancel all unnecessary bills (cable, tele etc.) Go to the post office and complete of "change of address" card, have all your mail directed to a family member. Call all credit card companies (or any mail you can think of that comes to you) and change the address with them directly. Make copies of you passport and important documents and get them notorized and leave them with someone in Canada, just helps if you ever lose your passport etc.
RELAX! LOL It's a big move but you'll be fine if you have a contact back home to tidy any loose ends you forgot about :)Good luck!

Steve-o
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Joined: 20 Feb 2008
Posts: 3
Location: Perth


Posted: Sun Aug 03, 2008 12:23 am
 

Ahh was not as bad as I thought it would be. Lots of fun trying to get a cell phone here for the first few days. It's tuff here with just your passport and Visa.
AlsoWait till you open up a bank account. You have to wait a week or so here before they give you a debit card. Everything is personalized. So if you loose it you will have to wait another week to get a new one. not luike back home. just go into bank and get new one on the spot. Make sure you cancel your Health care back home or they will still charge you. you will get bills. trust me Smile

wildroses81
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Joined: 31 Jul 2008
Posts: 8



Posted: Tue Aug 05, 2008 4:40 am
 

Thanks everyone, I agree I do need to relax;)

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