Accommodation
The first step to making Australia your 'home away from home' is to plan your accommodation.
Queensland has a high standard of living and you will be able to find accommodation that meets your needs and budget.
To help your transition to Queensland you should plan your accommodation before you arrive.
For school-aged students, it is a visa requirement to have appropriate accommodation and welfare arrangements in place prior to arriving in Queensland. This may include living with a parent, legal custodian, immigration approved relative, or a homestay provider approved by your chosen education provider.
Types of accommodation
You can organise temporary accommodation such as a hotel or hostel as an interim solution while you look for something more permanent.
There are lots of longer-term housing options in Queensland, including renting, shared accommodation and buying your own property.
Rental accommodation in Queensland varies from small studio apartments to large houses, which can be rented by a number of tenants living together.
Find out more about homes and housing in Queensland.
Student accommodation
Many universities have on-campus accommodation or services to help students to find accommodation.
Education providers can also offer homestay options giving students the opportunity to stay in a Queensland home where they can practice speaking English and settle into the local community.
Homestay accommodation is also available for international students studying at a Queensland Government school.
Find out more about international student accommodation in Queensland.