Heading to Australia? Here’s Your Complete Study Abroad Packing List

Australia is considered to be an ideal destination for students and expats due to its high standards of life, safe environment, and stunning scenery. However, make sure you are carrying some necessary items with you to avoid any inconvenience. In this blog, we will provide you with a comprehensive packing list for Australia that is necessary for a smooth experience while living in the country. These items are in line with Australia’s living conditions and environment. So, let’s begin our blog without any further delay. 

Study Abroad Packing List for Australia: Essentials Checklist

There are always some crucial items that you should pack when moving to a new country. We have provided below a comprehensive study-abroad packing list for Australia. Make sure you are carrying these essential items with you to avoid any unnecessary hassle while moving to this beautiful continent. 

Essential Documents

Your travel and academic documents are the most important items you need to include in your packing list. Make sure you are carrying these essential documents to Australia for any hassle:

• Valid Passport
• Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
• Health Checkup and Insurance
• English Language Proficiency
• Penal Clearance
• Proof of Funds
• Passport Sized Photographs
• Certified Copies of Academic Transcripts and Passport
• Welfare Arrangements for under 18-year-olds
• GTE Requirement
• Welfare Arrangements for under 18-year-olds
• Credit/ Debit Card
• CV/Resume
• Your OSHC card

Clothing

Australia experiences a diverse climate due to its large size. So, you should pack your clothes keeping this factor in mind. Your garments will also depend on the city or state you are going to. So, here are the clothing items you should pack, considering the diverse climatic conditions of the country: 

• Rain Jacket
• Bathers
• Light Sweater
• Thick jacket or jumper
• Dress
• Sock
• Shoes
• Beanie
• Shorts
• Jeans
• T-shirt
• Hat
• Pants

Electronics

Electronic items have become a crucial part of our lifestyle these days. It is impossible to imagine a world now without these gadgets. So, don’t forget to include these important electronic items in your packing lift:

• Plug Adaptors
• Laptop
• Memory Cards
• Headphones
• Chargers
• Your smartphone
• Portable Power Bank

Also Read: PTE Accepted Universities in Australia: Visa, Registration, Fees

Personal Care

Personal care is another crucial consideration you need to factor in while moving to another country. Here are the crucial personal care items you should take with you: 

• Shampoo & Conditioner
• Toothbrush & Toothpaste
• Deodorant
• Basic skincare products (cleanser, moisturiser) for your skin type
• Hairbrush/comb
• Razor (if you shave)
• Shower Gel or Body Wash
• Reusable face cloth and towel

In-Flight Essentials 

Carrying these flight essentials will help you during your travel to Australia

• Noise cancelling headphones
• Pashmina shawl 
• Eye mask 
• Tablet
• Neck pillow 
• Saline nasal spray 
• Eyedrops 

Miscellaneous

Finally, here are the miscellaneous items you have to consider: 

• Bed sheets/Pillow Covers
• Umbrella
• Bedding
• Sewing kit
• Small flashlight
• Eye mask and earplugs
• Reusable water bottle
• First-aid kit
• Local currency (At least AUD 100 to get you started)
• Travel pillow

Download the PDF below to know more specific items to include in your packing list for Australia

Study Abroad Packing List for Australia: Travel Finance 

Apart from the packing list for Australia, you also need to consider your budget for travelling to the country. It is recommended to have about AUD 4,000 to AUD 5,000 saved up for moving to this beautiful continent. 

Average Cost of Flight from India to Australia for an individual	AUD 728 – 1,409
Study Visa application fee	AUD 630
Average monthly cost of living without rent	AUD 1,704.7

Also Read: Cost of Living in Australia: Expenses You Need to Know

What Not to Add to Your Study Abroad Packing List for Australia 

You should keep certain things from your packing list for Australia. See below the list of things that are not allowed to be taken to Australia: 

• Automatic knives
• Balisong/Butterfly knives
• Cats and dogs
• Daggers
• Fireworks
• Pepper spray
• Matches and lighters
• Alcohol

Baggage Limit for International Students Going to Australia 

Now that you know what you should and shouldn’t include in your packing list for Australia, let’s see the baggage limit for going to Australia in the table below. Please note that these baggage limitations are as per Air India and may slightly vary depending on the airline you choose. 

Cabin Class	Baggage Weight	Baggage Dimensions
First and Business	The weight of each piece must not be over 32 kg or 70 lb.	The sum of the length, breadth, and height of each piece must not be more than 158 cm or 62 in.
Economy	The weight of each piece must not be over 23 kg or 50 lb.	The total combined dimensions (length + breadth + height) of both pieces should not be more than 273 cm or 107 in.

Study Abroad Packing List for Australia: Additional Tips

Now that you are aware of the packing list for Australia and the budget for moving to the country, it’s time to check out some other important considerations you should keep in mind. So, here are some additional tips for moving to Australia:

Start Early: Moving to another country takes a lot of research and requires you to manage a lot of things. So, make sure you begin the process of moving long before your departure. For instance, research and apply for a visa, pack up your belongings and research the accommodation. 

Get Your Documents in Order: Make sure you have gathered and prepared all the mandatory documents you will need to move to Australia. 

Cost of Living: You should also research in advance the amount of money you will need during your stay. This will save you from financial hassle later on. 

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Local Currency

After arriving in Melbourne, ensure that you have a representative from the university to pick you up. Otherwise, you can get a taxi, or bus to the city. It is important to ensure that you have a currency of around AUD 150 in your wallet. There are ATMs all over the city, from where you can withdraw your money. ATMs are also there in the airport. Most of the businesses accept debit and credit cards for transactions.

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We hope this blog gave you a complete overview of what to include in your packing list for Australia as an international student. Stay tuned to Leverage Edu for more such content on student life abroad. Thank you for reading!