Moving to Australia
Whether you want to study, work, live or set up a business in Australia, we can help you open your Australian bank account before you leave. It only takes three quick, easy and secure steps:
- Select your bank account type
- Enter your details, including planned city and date of arrival in Australia
- Submit!
We are proud to be the Main Financial Institution* for 35.7% of Australian residents born outside of the country. Most people moving to Australia from China, India, UK, Vietnam, New Zealand, South Africa and other countries are choosing CommBank to start a successful financial life in Australia than any other banks.
Watch our video to give you tips about moving to Australia, opening a bank account, transferring money and how we can help you.
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Find out more about the Commonwealth Bank and how our International Customer Services team can help you.
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We are recognised in Australia and globally for our products and services. Read about our awards and successes.
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Contact us
Speak to us from anywhere in the world at a time that suits you to organise your banking before you arrive.
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*Roy Morgan Research 14+, 12 months to September 2012, figures refer to the proportion of Australian residents born in each country who consider Commonwealth Bank to be their 'Main Financial Institution'.
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