We’ve got facts about travelling in Melbourne and Victoria to help you plan your trip or smooth the way while you’re already here. Our lowdown of essential information covers everything from how to get here, visas, money and banks to handy tips like where’s the best place to logon to your hotmail account.
Visas
Find out whether you need a visa to enter Australia and what customs will let you bring into the country
Insurance
Budget and independent travellers are strongly advised to obtain travel insurance before travelling
Money and banks
Victoria is geared for budget and independent travellers, offering plenty of low-cost activities and accommodation
Work
Once youve got your working holiday visa, there are plenty of opportunities for finding a job in Victoria
Useful information
Visitor Information Centres and places like the Backpacker Travel Centre will help make your stay a breeze
Post, phones and internet
Its easy to get online, find a public phone or get to a post office in Melbourne
Travellers with disabilities
In general, backpackers with mobility difficulties are well looked after in Victoria
Holidays
On public holidays, virtually all banks, post offices and businesses in Victoria are closed
