Australia is a favorite destination for those who want to work during an exchange; know the rules!
There is no shortage of reasons to study and work in Australia. It is no coincidence that the beautiful beaches, the tropical climate, its great cultural diversity and the receptivity of Australians have attracted more and more Pakistanis looking to study and work in the country.
Another factor that attracts many students to the country is the possibility of combining courses at excellent schools and working legally while studying.
Students’ reasons for working in Australia while studying abroad include earning extra money and gaining international work experience.
How to study and work in Australia?
Pakistanis with student visa for Australia from Pakistan can work 40 hours every 15 days during the course. “It is possible to segment these hours however you prefer, as long as the total does not exceed the limit stipulated by law.
It is very common for people to create their work routine, for example, working 30 hours one week and 10 hours the next. However, it is important to remember that exceeding the stipulated working hours limit is illegal. If Australian immigration catches it, the student runs the risk of being deported.
Australians are correct regarding work; they demand good results but are still very polite and friendly. Working here makes you think about the value of money and makes you value any type of job.
During school holidays, the work permit increases to 40 hours per week, allowing the student to work full-time daily.
How does the Australian visa work?
The student will receive a visa by opting for a course lasting 14 weeks or more. With this visa, he is automatically authorized to work in the country without applying for a work visa.
The student visa must be requested in Pakistan at least two months in advance. Its validity will always be linked to the duration of the chosen course. This means that, as long as the student visa is in force, the student will be able to work legally in Australia.
Furthermore, the visa can be extended for study, and students in the country for higher-level courses can also request a Post-Study Work Visa, which allows them to reside in Australia for up to two years after their studies.
It’s a way to prove yourself in the job market after an undergraduate, postgraduate or master’s degree, without necessarily studying. Suppose the company you are working for is interested in you staying permanently in Australia. In that case, it may help you apply for permanent residence. However, it is important to remember that a tourist visa does not give you the right to work legally in Australia.
Finding a job in Australia
In Australia, I work as a housekeeper. It’s a tiring job, but it’s so worth it. I can easily support myself and have a lot of fun too. Among the countless job opportunities, Australia offers foreigners, besides housekeeping, areas such as sales, hospitality and tourism stand out.
A tip for finding job opportunities in Australia is to look for them in the most widely circulated newspapers and job websites. Often, the school supports students so they can enter the job market.
7 Sky Consultancy, the student visa consultant is always available to help Pakistani students find the best English courses in Australia and place themselves in the job market. We often organize workshops in the hospitality sector or invite recruitment companies to come to the store and meet our students.
Know your rights and duties
Whenever you work legally in Australia, you must pay taxes to the government. The Tax File Number (TFN) deducts these taxes from the employer’s salary. The TFN is a number provided by the Australian government to all workers used to control employment taxes. Ideally, the student should request a Tax File Number when they arrive in Australia. The process is simple: just fill out a form, and within 28 days, the number will be ready.
In addition to being mandatory in Australia’s labor admission process, the TFN can also be used to request a return of part of the tax paid during the tax year worked.