Essential Documents & Finances

 

✅ Passport (valid for at least 6 months)

✅ Working Holiday Visa approval letter

✅ Driver’s license (international permit if needed)

✅ Printed copies of important documents (passport, visa, insurance)

✅ Travel insurance details

✅ Bank card & backup card (Wise recommended)

✅ 5000 AUD to enter the country

 

Clothing (Hot & Humid Climate, But Also Cold Nights!)

 

✅ 5-7 T-shirts

✅ 1-2 long-sleeve shirts (for sun protection & cooler nights)

✅ 1-2 hoodies/sweaters (it can get chilly in winter)

✅ 1 lightweight waterproof jacket

✅ 2-3 pairs of shorts

✅ 2-3 pairs of pants (jeans, lightweight travel pants)

✅ 10+ pairs of underwear (you can never bring enough!)

✅ 7-8 pairs of socks

✅ Swimwear (essential!)

✅ Flip-flops

✅ Sneakers or hiking shoes

✅ Casual shoes (for everyday/work)

✅ Sunglasses & hat (essential for sun protection)

 

Work-Specific Gear

 

✅ Work boots (if doing farm/physical work)

✅ Comfortable work pants/shorts

✅ Reusable water bottle

 

Toiletries & Health

 

✅ Toothbrush & toothpaste

✅ Shampoo & soap

✅ Deodorant

✅ Razor

✅ Small first-aid kit (plasters, painkillers, antiseptic)

✅ Sunscreen (Australian sun is brutal!)

✅ Insect repellent (essential for tropical areas)

✅ Prescription medications (bring extra supply)

 

Tech & Gadgets

 

✅ Power adapter (Australia uses plug type I)

✅ Power bank

✅ Headphones/earbuds

 

Backpacking & Camping Gear (Optional, but Useful)

 

✅ Backpack (40-60L for travel, daypack for daily use)

✅ Sleeping bag (useful for road trips & hostels)

✅ Travel towel (quick-dry)

✅ Headlamp/flashlight

✅ Packing cubes (very useful)

 

Miscellaneous

 

✅ Notebook & pen

✅ Laundry bag & detergent

✅ Ziplock bags (for storing food/snacks)

✅ Padlock (for hostel lockers)

✅ Small umbrella or rain poncho

✅ Reusable shopping bag

✅ Pack of cards (You will be popular in hostels!)