Australia
The #1 destination for Indian engineers, nurses, and families.
About Australia for Indians
Australia is home to over 800,000 Indians — one of the largest Indian diaspora communities in the world. With a robust economy, world-class healthcare, and a genuinely multicultural society, Australia offers Indian migrants a high quality of life with clear, achievable pathways to permanent residency.
The Australian government actively recruits skilled Indian professionals through its points-based skilled migration system. Engineers, IT specialists, nurses, and healthcare workers are in high demand. Cities like Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane have vibrant Indian communities with temples, cultural events, and Indian grocery stores in every neighbourhood.
From Diwali at Federation Square to cricket at the MCG, Indians have deeply embedded themselves in Australian life. Bilateral agreements between India and Australia continue to open new migration and trade pathways for Indian families building their global story.
Key Highlights for Indians
- 800,000+ strong Indian community across Australia
- Indian Student Associations at all major universities
- Indian grocery stores and temples in every major city
- Direct flights from Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai and Hyderabad
- Scholarships specifically available for Indian students
- Clear PR pathway via skilled migration points system
Quick Facts
Study in Australia
Australia hosts 700,000+ international students. Indians are the 2nd largest group at most universities.
Top 5 Universities for Indians
- 1University of Melbourne
- 2University of Sydney
- 3Monash University
- 4University of Queensland
- 5UNSW Sydney
Popular Courses for Indians
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Work Visas for Indians
Multiple visa pathways actively used by Indian professionals — from employer-sponsored to independent PR
482 Skilled Visa
Employer sponsored · 2–4 years · Pathway to PR
Subclass 485
Post-study work visa for international graduates
PR via 189 / 190
Points-based · Indian applicants typically score 75–90 pts
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Suburbs with the highest Indian concentration and best community amenities
Parramatta, Sydney
Dandenong, Melbourne
Sunnybank, Brisbane
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Temples, Indian food streets, and cultural festivals — Australia's Indian community is thriving
Temples
BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir (Melbourne & Sydney) · Sri Venkateswara Temple (Melbourne)
Indian Areas
Harris Park, Sydney — 'Little India' · Dandenong Market, Melbourne
Festivals
Diwali at Federation Square, Melbourne · Holi celebrations across all major cities
Indians Thriving in Australia
Real stories from the Duniya Hamari community
“Got my 482 visa in 3 months. Australia's Indian community made the transition so much easier.”
🇮🇳 Pune → Sydney“The healthcare PR pathway was exactly what they said it would be. Living my best life in Melbourne.”
🇮🇳 Bangalore → Melbourne“From student visa to PR in 4 years. Duniya Hamari's guides helped every step of the way.”
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