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I have lived in both. They are impossible to compare as they are so different. Personally, I preferred Sweden, but it depends on the things that attract you. For example, I was in the far north of Sweden which is north of the arctic circle. So, winter is -30 with snow measured in meters and three months of darkness. But, the local people far prefer winter to summer as they all love winter sports. Overall, I think it offers a far better life as things like work / life balance is far better.

Do you have an employer offering to sponsor a 186 as that would be very unusual

They would still qualify for Medicare. I am not sure about notifying the department.

Yes. A secondary applicant has their own visa. Divorce does not effect their ability to gain PR.

A second vote here for Pet Air.

No. No issue.

Just one thing. Do not submit the eoi until you have your skills assessment.

I would strongly recommend you speak Tina registered migration agent.

They are one of the best in the business

You will need a Tax File Number, a bit like a national insurance number and you need to apply once in Australia and you can apply online.

I do wonder if what you are looking for doesn't really exist in Perth. We moved from Sydney to Perth and understand what you mean about "vibe". But Perth isn't really known for that. It is all about a much quieter feel. For example, walking through the CBD on a weekend can feel like you have wandered into a post apocalypse as there is no one around. In fact it feels a bit like being in a city in lockdown. Perth is more about people living out of the city in the suburbs and spending weekends at the beach or having a bbq.

I would have a look at Fremantle

Just be aware there are other significant issues with being in limbo for a decade. For example, on a bridging visa if you were resident in the UK you would be eligible for reciprocal healthcare. However, that is not the same as full access to Medicare.

I would strongly get some advice from a registered migration agent. I believe Raul replied to your previous topic so it might be a good idea to speak to him.

I am a manager at a covid test centre here in the UK and the tests are not that bad. Not nice, but not painful. Some kids do manage to do it themselves, but kids don't have their throat done. For an adult, it is throat and one nostril, for a child it is just both nostrils. When I was an operative on the shop floor I sometimes had to do 30 a day on myself to demonstrate to nervous kids that they don't hurt. These days I just get two a week.