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Planning your gap year in Australia does take some thought, but it does not have to be complex, we have created the following guide to assist you with your planning to make your Oz experience as easy as it can be.
Exploring Australia takes planning. It is a huge place after all. Things to see & do:
Australia Gap Year Planner
Planning your gap year in Australia does take some thought, but it does not have to be complex, we have created the following guide to assist you with your planning to make your Oz experience as easy as it can be.
Australia Gap Year Planner Contents:
Before you go: all you need to know and do before you set off including:- Travelling to Australia
- Choosing and arranging your Visa
- Arranging travel insurance
Arriving in Australia
- Xtreme Gap arrival packages
Working in Australia
- What you need to work in Australia
- How to find work
- Job assistance
- Getting qualifications that enable you to work on your gap year
Getting Around Australia
- Methods of transport and Tours
- Interactive Map
Exploring Australia's Main Attractions
Exploring Australia takes planning. It is a huge place after all. Things to see & do:
- Adrenaline packages
- Surfing
- Diving
Heading out on your gap year to Australia can seem daunting. Really it needn't be. The trip you are planning has the potential to be the greatest time life, this step by step guide will help you effectively plan and organise your dream Australia trip, and remember if you need any other help or would rather talk to some one about it, you can call Xtreme Gap any time on 0203 286 7065.
Getting to Australia
Flying, naturally, however you will have several different flight options depending upon your times scales and motivation for being in Australia.
If you want to spend a limited time in Australia your tourist visa will last 3 months. You can either get a basic return ticket or stop off there as part of a Round the World Trip.
3 Months or less.
If you want to spend a limited time in Australia your tourist visa will last 3 months. You can either get a basic return ticket or stop off there as part of a Round the World Trip.
Staying longer with a Working holiday Visa
If you are looking to stay longer and get a working holiday visa, take into account a round the world ticket will expire 12 months from the first flights departure. Therefore if you wish to take full advantage of a working holiday visa (and remember you can only get this once in your lifetime), a round the world ticket may not be for you. You may just want a single there with enough funds to get you back (Australian law says you must have proof of at least 2000 in your bank account, it can be wise to take a bank statement showing this).
Tip: January is a great time of year to look for bargains airfares.
We have a dedicated travel team at the flight centre who can find you the lowest prices tickets guaranteed.
Simply email: xtreme-gap@flightcentre.co.uk
Arranging Your Visa
After you have booked your flight, you will most likely require a visa, the following information should help you decide the correct one to go for.
If you are looking to get a tourist visa for up to 3 months, this is very easy sorted with an Electronic Travel Authority or ETA. You airline can arrange this for you on the flight.If you are going to spend more than 3 months (up to 6) in Australia, then you will need an extended tourist visa, this costs about 30 pounds and is arranged through the Australia consulate prior to arrival.Australian Work Holiday Visas (WHV).
Tourist visas
If you are looking to get a tourist visa for up to 3 months, this is very easy sorted with an Electronic Travel Authority or ETA. You airline can arrange this for you on the flight.If you are going to spend more than 3 months (up to 6) in Australia, then you will need an extended tourist visa, this costs about 30 pounds and is arranged through the Australia consulate prior to arrival.Australian Work Holiday Visas (WHV).
Working Holiday Visa
- You hold a passport issued by an eligible country (UK, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark and Netherlands are included)
- You are between 18 and 30 (inclusive) years old at time of application.
- You have not previously entered Australia on a Work Holiday Visa.
This enables you to:
- Enter Australia within 12 months of the visa issue date
- Remain in Australia for up to 12 months
- Exit and reenter Australia any as many times as you like in the 12 months from the date of first entry
- Work in Australia for up to six months with any one employer
- Study for up to 4 months.
At time of writing (January 2010) it cost $230
How To Apply for your Work Holiday Visa
You can apply online right now - It'll take 30 minutes tops. Before your start you will need your passport and travel itinerary. You can find further detailed information about the Working Holiday Visa on the Department of Immigration and Citizenships website here. Alternatively if this seems like a pain in the butt, we can do it for you, there is a small charge involved, simply email us.
