What the move costs before your first pay cheque. Verification and examinations are the lines applicants most often under-budget.
| Cost line | What it covers | Indicative USD |
|---|---|---|
| Credential verification | Primary source verification of your degrees and registration | $250 |
| Examinations | Licensing and/or language examinations | $300 |
| Registration and licence fees | Paid to the regulator | $400 |
| Document attestation and translation | Embassy attestation, sworn translation, courier | $350 |
| Visa and immigration | Application, biometrics and health surcharge where applicable | $600 |
| Relocation | Flights, initial accommodation, shipping, first-month living costs | $2,500 |
| Contingency (15%) | Re-issued documents, expired certificates, repeat attempts | $660 |