Australia Working Holiday D-7 (7 Days Before) Final Checklist

Q: Is 1 year passport validity okay?

Legally **6+ months** is acceptable. However, if only 1 year remains, it will expire in Australia so **renewal recommended**.

Q: How much cash should I bring?

**$1,000-2,000** recommended. Sufficient for first week living expenses, use card for the rest.

Q: What is the arrival card?

**Incoming Passenger Card** distributed on flight. Complete in English, checking items like food imports.

Q: What if I lose luggage at airport?

Report to **Lost Luggage Counter** near Baggage Claim. Usually found within 1-3 days.

"7 days left - am I missing anything? What should I check last?"

7 days before departure is time for final checks. Verify passport/visa, currency exchange, luggage weight, carry-on, and insurance once more.

This guide is based on mistake cases from over 500 working holiday makers.

1. Final Document Verification

1.1. Passport

Checklist:

Passport validity: 6+ months from departure date
No damage (water damage, tears)
Photo page verification
Prepare 2 passport copies (for loss backup)

Expiring Soon:

Less than 1 year validity → Renewal recommended
Renewal: Ministry of Foreign Affairs or district office (1 week processing)

1.2. Visa Grant Letter

Verify:

Visa Grant Number
Entry deadline
Visa Conditions

Print:

Print 2 copies (1 in bag, 1 in luggage)
Save PDF (Google Drive, email)

1.3. International Driving Permit

Verify:

1 year validity
Photo attached
Carry together with Korean license

2. Final Currency Exchange Check

2.1. Exchange Amount

Recommended Amount:

$1,000-2,000 (Australian dollar cash)
Use card for the rest

Reasons:

Airport → Backpacker transport
First week living expenses (food, SIM card)
Before bank account opening

2.2. Credit Card / Debit Card

Prepare:

2 cards with overseas usage enabled
Visa, Mastercard (Amex partially unavailable)
Verify card expiry dates
Check overseas payment limits (bank app)

Recommended Cards:

Shinhan Deep Dream (0.5% overseas fee)
Woori Wibee (1.1% overseas fee)
Hana Viva G (1.0% overseas fee)

3. Final Luggage Check

3.1. Verify Luggage Weight

Check:

Checked luggage weight: Under 23kg
Carry-on luggage: Under 7kg

Weight Measurement:

Verify at home using bathroom scale
Excess baggage fee $50-150 at airport

3.2. Remove Prohibited Items

Prohibited in Checked Luggage:

❌ Lithium batteries (power banks carry-on only)
❌ Lighters, matches
❌ Sharp objects (scissors, knives)

Prohibited in Carry-On:

❌ Liquids over 100ml (shampoo, cosmetics)
❌ Knives, scissors

3.3. Carry-On Checklist

Essential:

Passport, visa
Wallet (cash, cards)
Smartphone, charger
Power bank
Valuables
Basic medicine (Tylenol)
Pen (for arrival card)

4. Flight Ticket & Airport Check-In

4.1. Reconfirm Flight Ticket

Verify:

Departure time
Terminal (Incheon Airport T1 or T2)
Reservation number
Seat selection (online check-in)

4.2. Online Check-In

Timing:

Available from 24 hours before departure
Airline app or website

Benefits:

Seat selection
Reduced waiting time at airport

4.3. Airport Arrival Time

Recommended:

International flights: 3 hours before departure
Peak season (Dec-Feb, Jun-Aug): 3.5 hours before

Reasons:

Check-in 1 hour
Security screening 30 minutes - 1 hour
Secure buffer time

5. Wrapping Up Korean Affairs

5.1. Health Insurance Overseas Residency Declaration

Method:

Online declaration after departure
Website: National Health Insurance Service
Health insurance premium exemption

5.2. Phone Suspension

Timing:

1 day before departure
Call carrier customer service

5.3. Bank Notification

Notification:

Set "overseas usage notification" in bank app
Prevent fraudulent transactions

6. Australia Arrival Preparation

6.1. Save First Accommodation Information

Verify:

Accommodation address (save in Google Maps)
Check-in time
Contact number

6.2. Airport → Accommodation Transport

Sydney:

Airport Link (train) → CBD ($19)
Duration: 15 minutes

Melbourne:

SkyBus → CBD ($20)
Duration: 20 minutes

Brisbane:

AirTrain → CBD ($18)
Duration: 20 minutes

6.3. First Day Schedule

Arrival Day:

Accommodation check-in
Purchase SIM card (airport or city)
Currency exchange (if needed)
Rest

Next Day:

Open bank account
Apply for TFN
Search for sharehouses

7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. Is 1 year passport validity okay?

A. Legally 6+ months is acceptable. However, if only 1 year remains, it will expire in Australia so renewal recommended.

Q2. How much cash should I bring?

A. $1,000-2,000 recommended. Sufficient for first week living expenses, use card for the rest.

Q3. What if luggage exceeds 23kg?

A. Pay excess baggage fee at airport ($50-150), discard some items, or move to carry-on luggage.

Q4. What is the arrival card?

A. Incoming Passenger Card distributed on flight. Complete in English, checking items like food imports.

Q5. What if I lose luggage at airport?

A. Report to Lost Luggage Counter near Baggage Claim. Usually found within 1-3 days.

8. Final: D-7 Ultimate Checklist

Documents:

Passport validity 6+ months
Print 2 copies of Visa Grant Letter
International driving permit
6 passport photos

Currency:

Australian dollar cash $1,000-2,000
2 credit cards
Verify overseas payment limits

Luggage:

Checked luggage under 23kg
Carry-on under 7kg
Remove prohibited items
Carry-on: Passport, wallet, charger, power bank

Flight:

Online check-in
Seat selection
Arrive airport 3 hours before

Korean Affairs:

Suspend phone
Bank overseas usage notification
Health insurance overseas residency declaration (after departure)

Australia Preparation:

Save first accommodation address
Confirm airport → accommodation transport
Plan first day schedule

7 days remaining. Complete final checks and depart with peace of mind!

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