When can I claim my Backpacking Superannuation Money and How do I do it?
You can claim your superannuation money back once you have...
Left the Australian work force permanently
Left the country and your visa has expired
So after you have left the country (or workforce) and your visa has expired, you can make a claim to get your funds paid back.
Can I get help claiming my Superannuation Fund money back?
Yes! Thankfully there are a number of companies who will help you claim your superannuation money back and take the hassle out of tracking down the funds for you. The people over at Taxback.com are quick, helpful and take a modest fee for their services.
A list of common Superannuation Companies used in Australia
You can find a full list of superannuation companies here.
AMP Superannuation
Emplus
Suncorp
Prime Super
The Backpacker's Budget (Cost Of living In Australia)
Budgeting for backpacking in Australia is all about getting the most out of your trip with the funds you have available. In this article we outline how to budget for backpacking around Australia including getting up to date prices for accommodation, transport, essential shopping items and day-to-day living expenses so you can budget your trip with confidence before you go.
Packing Guide & Checklist for Backpacking Around Australia
Read our helpful backpacking checklist and get lots of tips about what to pack before you go to Australia. Learn about choosing the right backpack, what essentials you will need to take with you and how to travel light when you need to.
Employment In Australia Finding Work (Backpackers Guide)
If you're on a working holiday visa, finding work while backpacking around Australia is going to help you live comfortably and enjoy all the things you want to do. Even before you go to Australia, there's quite a lot of preparation you can do to maximise your chances of getting work quickly when you arrive and earning a fairly continuous cash flow when you need it.
Australian Tax File Number Explained (Backpacker's Guide)
If you want to work while you are backpacking in Australia you're going to need a Tax File Number. So what the hell is a Tax File Number? A Tax File Number (T.F.N) is a unique tax number which is issued by the Australian Tax Office to people who wish to work in Australia. It's only issued once for the duration of your life time and will be used to keep your tax records while you work.
Recruitment Agencies In Australia (Finding Work Fast)
One of the best ways to get work while backpacking in Australia is using the recruitment agencies. A recruitment agency is a company that specialises in finding jobs for backpackers in Australia either on a permanent or temporary basis. There are loads of recruitment agencies that can help you get work all over Australia.
Training Courses for Employment in Australia
When you're backpacking around Australia you will find that some jobs require you to attend a basic training course before you can start work. Training courses are usually quite short and are meant to give you the necessary qualifications/certificates needed to start work. Learn which courses you will need to start working in Australia.