{"id":114698,"date":"2025-03-05T17:33:29","date_gmt":"2025-03-05T17:33:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shipit.co.uk\/blog\/?p=114698"},"modified":"2026-03-26T12:45:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T12:45:03","slug":"cost-of-moving-to-australia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shipit.co.uk\/blog\/cost-of-moving-to-australia","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does it Cost to Move to Australia from the UK?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The total cost to move from the UK to Australia in 2026 is between \u00a310,000 – \u00a320,000+ <\/strong>depending on your circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide, we break down the costs associated with moving from the UK to Australia in 2026 so you know what to expect. Whether you’re moving solo or with a family, it’s important to create a realistic budget for your move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Breakdown of the costs of moving to Australia:<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n

<\/span>1. Skills Assessment Costs<\/span><\/h3>\n

Before applying for a visa, many UK citizens will need their qualifications assessed<\/a>. This costs $500 – $1,000 AUD (\u00a3275-\u00a3550)<\/strong> depending on your profession.<\/p>\n

<\/span>2. Authentication Fees\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n

Any copies of documents will need to be certified by a solicitor or notary public at around $100 – $200 AUD (\u00a355-\u00a3110)<\/strong> total.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>3. Mandatory Medical Check<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As part of the visa application, all applicants must complete a health examination<\/a> costing around $300-$600 AUD (\u00a3165-\u00a3330)<\/strong> per person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>4. Police Certificate<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You’ll also need to provide an Australian Federal Police clearance certificate which costs $50-100 AUD (\u00a328-\u00a355)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>5. Visa Application Fee<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The core visa application charge is $4,640 AUD (\u00a32,417)<\/strong> for a Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189)<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>6. Visa Assistance<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many opt to use a migration agent for help applying, costing $2,000 – $4,000 AUD (\u00a31,100-\u00a32,200)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>7. Flights from the UK to Australia<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Airfares vary drastically based on season and airline. Budget $1,500 – $3,000 AUD (\u00a3825-\u00a31,650)<\/strong> for a one-way ticket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>8. Shipping Your Personal Effects and Household Goods<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For a full house move in a 20ft shipping container, expect to pay around $9,553 – $9,650<\/strong> AUD (\u00a34,950 – \u00a35,000)<\/strong> in moving costs. Here are the average costs involved for shipping household goods from the UK. Note that prices will vary depending on additional services like packing and removals insurance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Household Size<\/strong><\/td>Transit Time<\/strong><\/td>Cost<\/strong> from<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Small Move<\/td>6 \u2013 7 weeks<\/td>\u00a3670<\/td><\/tr>
1-bedroom apartment<\/td>6 \u2013 7 weeks<\/td>\u00a31,320<\/td><\/tr>
2-bedroom house<\/td>6 \u2013 7 weeks<\/td>\u00a31,640<\/td><\/tr>
3-bedroom house<\/td>6 \u2013 7 weeks<\/td>\u00a34,950<\/td><\/tr>
4-bedroom house<\/td>6 \u2013 7 weeks<\/td>\u00a37,900<\/td><\/tr>
5-bedroom house<\/td>6 \u2013 7 weeks<\/td>\u00a38,000+<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>9. Rental Deposits & Advance Rent<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You’ll need 4 weeks deposit plus 2 weeks advance rent. E.g. $4,500 AUD (\u00a32,475)<\/strong> for a $1,000\/week rental.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>10. Ongoing Health Insurance<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Budget around $250-$400 AUD (\u00a3140-\u00a3220)<\/strong> monthly for family coverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Average Salary in Australia <\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The national average salary for skilled workers across Australia is approximately $92,000 AUD<\/strong> per year. However, there is significant variation between states. Here are the average annual salaries for skilled workers by Australian state as of 2026:<\/p>\n\n\n\n