You may be wondering if we’re only goofing around and acting like annoying tourists or if we’re actually learning about immigration, lifestyle, cost of living, etc. We had a few goals for the trip. One was to look into business and job opportunities and immigration. Another pressing matter was where exactly we would migrate to, which impacts the believers we would associate with. Consequently, that made it a priority to spend time with Jason Kauffman’s and various other families near Gympie, as well as visiting with Rocky Cape Christian Community in Tasmania.
Some folks are wondering why we don’t move to Australia as missionaries. One reason is that it does not work to apply for immigration with a religious workers visa. You must be able to prove to the government that you can support yourself.
As far as business opportunities are concerned, Australia welcomes anyone who is young, educated, or has something unique to offer the country with their business. This is proving to be one of the most critical parts of immigration. Unfortunately, it is also one of the most difficult to explore. Joseph met with a few business men to discuss some business opportunities.
We have been attracted to Gympie, Australia and NW Tasmania. Gympie is situated near Sunshine Coast which is an area that is attracting people from all over the globe because of the moderate weather. Tasmania, on the other hand, is low in population and is in need of tradesmen and laborers. Because of the popularity of Sunshine Coast, it is more difficult to obtain residency and vice versa with Tasmania. Since Tasmania isn’t as populated the cost of living tends to be higher and business is more difficult.
No drastic decisions have been made at this point because of the complexity of immigration requirements. On some days, the whole process appears quite simple and the next day moving to Australia looks completely impossible.
Some folks are wondering why we don’t move to Australia as missionaries. One reason is that it does not work to apply for immigration with a religious workers visa. You must be able to prove to the government that you can support yourself.
As far as business opportunities are concerned, Australia welcomes anyone who is young, educated, or has something unique to offer the country with their business. This is proving to be one of the most critical parts of immigration. Unfortunately, it is also one of the most difficult to explore. Joseph met with a few business men to discuss some business opportunities.
We have been attracted to Gympie, Australia and NW Tasmania. Gympie is situated near Sunshine Coast which is an area that is attracting people from all over the globe because of the moderate weather. Tasmania, on the other hand, is low in population and is in need of tradesmen and laborers. Because of the popularity of Sunshine Coast, it is more difficult to obtain residency and vice versa with Tasmania. Since Tasmania isn’t as populated the cost of living tends to be higher and business is more difficult.
No drastic decisions have been made at this point because of the complexity of immigration requirements. On some days, the whole process appears quite simple and the next day moving to Australia looks completely impossible.
...so we continue to live in suspense.
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