Expat’s Guide to Currency Exchange and Transferring Money Overseas
What you need to know before you start transferring money to Australia plus recommended forex brokers and transfer services that we use personally.
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by Lauren | Feb 23, 2022
What you need to know before you start transferring money to Australia plus recommended forex brokers and transfer services that we use personally.
Read Moreby Lauren | Nov 10, 2021
Many expats transfer large sums of money to Australia when they move. Is that money going to be taxed after it’s transferred? What about customs?
Read Moreby Lauren | Nov 5, 2021
Yes, you can open an Australian bank account online from overseas. When opening an Australian bank account, you’ll need your passport, visa, and date of arrival.
Read Moreby Lauren | May 18, 2021
Are you a resident in Australia for tax purposes? Tax tables, how to file your taxes online, and a list of due dates you need to know.
Read Moreby Lauren | Nov 18, 2019
Moving to Australia is expensive, but the cost doesn’t end when you arrive. Here’s where to shop on a budget to furnish your first apartment.
Read Moreby Lauren | Apr 1, 2018
As a US expat living abroad, your taxes just got more complicated. Not filing your taxes correctly can result in some very large fines. Here’s what you need to know.
Read Moreby Lauren | Mar 31, 2018
All US expats living abroad need to know what FBAR is, what the financial thresholds for filing an FBAR are, and if they need to file one every year.
Read Moreby Lauren | Mar 29, 2018
What is FATCA and how it affects your tax return. This post covers Filing Thresholds Values, Physical Presence Test, and Bona Fide Residence Test.
Read Moreby Lauren | Mar 28, 2018
Your employer automatically deducts for medicare from your taxable income, even if you’re NOT eligible for medicare in Australia. Get this money back!
Read Moreby Lauren | Mar 28, 2018
This offer is for Sydney Moving Guide readers only. When moving to Australia, that first money transfer is usually the largest. Please take advantage of this exclusive offer and ask about locking in your rate of exchange.
Read Moreby Lauren | Mar 27, 2018
When filing your US tax return, you’ll need to know if your Australian superannuation is an employee benefit trust or a foreign grantor trust. Not sure what either of those are? Find out here.
Read Moreby Lauren | Mar 27, 2018
Everyone moving to Australia needs to get a Tax File Number (TFN). There are three conditions you must meet to apply for your TFN online.
Read Moreby Lauren | Mar 13, 2018
SMG readers wrote in with their questions about filing a tax return in Australia as an expat. Questions range from transferring money to tax deductions.
Read Moreby Guest Author | Jan 24, 2018
You’ll soon find out a major benefit to working in Sydney is your Australian Superannuation. This posts explains what a superannuation is, how to choose a superannuation fund and how it affects your visa.
Read Moreby Guest Author | Jan 6, 2018
Transferring money to Australia is one of the biggest issues you’ll have as an expat. Here are five mistakes to avoid when transferring foreign currency to Australia.
Read Moreby Lauren | Apr 2, 2013
You’re going to love Australia’s Superannuation. For one, it’s a 9.5% employer compulsory contribution. And you can cash it out when you move back home.
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