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Information for International Applicants
Living in Melbourne
Migrating to another country is one of the biggest decisions of your life. We recommend that you do your research. As doing research into the new town or city that you intend to live in will not only make your settlement and integration into the local community a lot smoother but can also help match your expectations with the reality of life in Melbourne, Australia.
Melbourne, with a population of over three and a half million people, is a multicultural city. It is also an easy city to navigate with a wide range of transport option, including an extensive public transport system.
For further information we recommend reviewing the Get the most out of your time here - Future Students section on the website as it has a lot of relevant information about RMIT and Melbourne life.
If you are from overseas and considering moving to Australia to work, there are plenty of online resources to assist you with your planning.
Visa Information
To work within Australia you will need a valid visa. Current information on migrating to Australia is available from the Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs ( website. As there are many visa categories, and variations in personal circumstances, any advice should be sought from DIMA or your nearest Australian Overseas Embassy (a list of Embassies is also available from the DIMA website).
Private Health Insurance
Information on Australia's national public health insurance system is available from the Medicare website. Private Health Insurance is also available from a range of providers. Staff on temporary visas are not covered by the national public health insurance scheme and must take out their own private health insurance for the duration of their appointment.
Australian Taxation Office
The Australian Taxation Office Australian Taxation Office website provides information about Australia's taxation system. If you are working in Australia you must apply for a Tax File Number. Information on how to apply for a Tax File Number is available from this website.