Australia is ranked as the 4th most popular country to immigrate too. At the end of June 2017 South African born citizens were the eighth largest migrant community in Australia. 185,390 South African’s decided to make Australia their new home. This was a 45.3% increase in a decade taken from the total amount of South Africans who immigrated to Australia at the end of June 2007. Besides Australia and South Africa have similar climates below are 5 reasons why South Africans choose Australia as their new home country.
Here are 5 reasons why you should immigrate to Australia
Safety and Security
The main reason why South Africans prefer to immigrate to Australia is because it’s one of the safest countries in the world. According to the Global Peace Index, Australia is rated 13 in comparison to South Africa’s rating of 127. The violent crime rate in South Africa is 30 times higher than in Australia. This is credited to Australia’s stable economy and low unemployment.
Schooling and Education
In Australia, the percentage of students completing secondary school is 85%. Children who have permanent residency in Australia can attend public school for free.
The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020 indicated that Australia has 7 Universities in the top 100 universities in the world. Australian citizens are given the privilege to receive financial assistance through the Higher Education Loans Program also known as (HELP).
Australia is also rated as the 10th most popular country for international students.
Healthcare
Permanent residence living in Australia are eligible to apply for Medicare, which is Australia’s universal public health insurance scheme. Medicare provides free or subsidized services in hospitals, medical centers, and pharmacies.
Employment
Australia’s national minimum wage is currently $19.49 AUD per hour or $ 740.80 AUD per 38 hours weekly (before tax). Permanent Residents working in Australia can also ensure a fair workplace environment under the protection of the National Employment Standards. It is compulsory for Australian employers to contribute 9.5% of your salary to your Superannuation which is a contribution toward your retirement which will payout during your golden years.
Social Welfare System
Australia’s Welfare system is called “Centrelink” and offers a range of health, social and welfare payments and services. They deliver payment and services and provides services at times of major change for all of the following:
- seniors
- job seekers
- students and trainees
- families
- carers
- parents
- people with disability
- Indigenous Australians
- people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
