Australia – Visas
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Wide beaches, national parks and an outdoor lifestyle come with excellent healthcare and genuine safety. Skilled workers are actively welcomed through a clear and well-established visa system.
Australia at a glance
Cost of living
Very high
Property
Very expensive
Healthcare
Excellent
Safety
Safe
Climate
Warm (~19°C)
English
Native / official
Expat community
Very large
Where Australia is strongest: English-friendliness #2 of 81healthcare #11 of 78size of expat community #18 of 81
Worth weighing up: cost of living #69 of 77property affordability #67 of 75tax friendliness #48 of 81
TaxWorldwide income, 45% top
Visa / residencySkilled/employer; no retiree visa
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