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After the visa: your first 30 days in Australia

Five first steps with the official page behind each one. Check each page before you act: rules change.

Checked on 2026-10-01

  1. 1. Apply for your tax file number

    If you plan to work in Australia, you need a tax file number (TFN).
    You can apply for a TFN online once you have your work visa.

    Official source: Australian Taxation Office

    Open the page

  2. 2. Open a bank account

    A safe way to look after your money in Australia is in a bank account.
    Your employer usually pays your wages into your bank account.

    Official source: Moneysmart (ASIC)

    Open the page

  3. 3. Health insurance: official advice

    We strongly recommend you take out health insurance to cover any unforeseen medical treatment you might need in Australia.

    Official source: Department of Home Affairs (subclass 417 page)

    Open the page

    Insurance rule for your passport

  4. 4. Know the work rules

    You can do any kind of work on this visa.
    Usually, you can only work for the same employer for 6 months

    Official source: Department of Home Affairs (subclass 417 page)

    Open the page

These are quotations from the cited pages, not advice. Your situation may differ.

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