MIGRANTS DAY

Migration and its vast possibilities

Why do people migrate?
There are many reasons for migration. Almost 32 million Indian diaspora has been spread around the world. Currently people in India
migrate largely for the below mentioned aspects

1. Economic benefits
2. Better job and business opportunities
3. World class education
4. Better standard of living
5. Free and superior school education for children
6. Escaping the prying eyes and concerns of the society
Cost of Migration

STUDY

● Course fee ranges from 15 lakhs to 50 lakhs based on country and level of course.
(Undergraduate course fee is higher as duration is more)
● Health surcharge ( anywhere between 50,000 rs to 1,50,00 rs )
● Visa cost ( anywhere between 50,000 rs to 1 lakh rs)
● Tickets ( anywhere between 60,000 to 2 lakh rs)
● Germany offers the least fee cost for study abroad as most public universities charge only
between 15,000 rs to 30,000rs an year)
PERMANENT RESIDENCY

1. Canada:

● Visa applications :
anywhere between 95000 rs to 2,20,000rs ( single to 4 member family)

● Other costs
Anywhere between 1 lakh to 3 lakh ( educational credential assessment, police
verification, health check, biometric etc )
● Account balance to show
Anywhere between 8,50,000 rs to 15 lakh (single person and 4 member family)

1. Australia:

● Visa Applications : 2,20,000 Rs ( single person)

● Other costs : anywhere between 50,000 to 2 lakh
● Account balance to show ( approximately 2,80,000 rs per person)
WORK

● Depends on your profession and visa

● If a sponsorship and visa is provided then the cost includes tickets, temporary accommodation and
some miscellaneous.
● In some cases, a health surcharge should be paid by the applicant.
● For healthcare professionals especially nurses free recruitment is available in which all the cost will be
met by the sponsor. ( some sponsors doesn't pay for OET and CBT)
OTHER COSTS: on items that you take from India to your foreign destination

1. Household items ( anywhere between 5000 to 10,000 rs)

2. Luggage bag ( there are specific dimension limits for different countries , cost could range from 6000 rs to 15,000 rs)
3. Medicines ( it would be impossible to obtain over the counter painkillers or other antibiotics without a prescription, so it's best to carry
medications that you need, cost range from 500 rs to 2000 rs)
4. Spices and other provisions ( extremely costly abroad, so best to carry what you need for at least 2 months, cost range 3000 rs to
6000 rs
5. Clothes ( summer and winter) people strictly dress based on climate. Carry basic winter clothes including a jacket and warmer, some
cotton clothes for summer.
6. Shoes and socks ( invest in a good shoes as you will be wearing it a lot and also socks for winter season - cost 5000 rs to 10,000rs)
7. Laptop ( invest in a good laptop especially if you are on study visa as every assignment and other works are done using it)
Can I bring my dependents?

● On Study Visa

● The UK offers a dependent work visa if you opt for a Masters course that is one year or longer. (Visa change talks are going
on wherein you will be allowed to bring dependents only if you opt for a research based Masters or Doctorate degree)
● New Zealand offers a dependent tourist visa if you take a level 7 course or more. Unfortunately the dependent will not be
allowed to work on this visa.
● Canada offers dependent work visas but it takes at least an year to be granted in the current scenario.
● Australia offers dependent tourist visas only to a limited sector of students.
● Ireland does not provide dependent visa

● On Work VIsa

● Care Workers will not be given dependent visa in UK as per latest reports
● If you have a sponsored work visa in any other sector, then you can bring your
dependents.
When should I bring my dependents?

This is an important question to address as you have to consider several factors.

● On a study visa, whether you will get time and will be able to make enough money through part time to take care
of all the needs of your dependents, especially if children are involved.
● On a work visa, whether you will be able to manage the time and finances as your dependent spouse should find
a job and if you have children their school and other needs should be met.
● Foreign countries possess strict rules when it comes to children's safety, no child under the age of 12 should be
left alone at home anytime without the supervision of an adult. It can lead to serious legal complications.
● Better option would be to settle yourself first and then bring your dependents.
Emotional Stages of Moving
1. Excitement

EXCITEMENT and curiosity. Exploration of food and destinations. Wondering about new people , job, study atmosphere, the
excitement of creating the life you dreamed of.The paying off of all the risks you took, hurdles you crossed.

2. Frustration

Begins with loneliness. Bvz it is mostly very quiet unlike our place. No idea how to get around, too many rules, unfamiliarity.
Frustration about food, washrooms, no bidet, the whiteness and over cleanliness.The best solution is to be active on social
media , get in touch with people prior to your visit.

3. Adjustment

Your first two weeks will be complete chaos! It will be filled with finding a job (if you don't have one
already), getting a flat, setting up a bank account, getting to know the city, learning how to get around,
finding friends, paper work on the social security number, getting adjusted to the shared
accommodation, lack of space, kitchen equipments, laundry mode, dressing, climate based, climatic
conditions. Worry less as within 3 months you will get into the flow.
 1. Homesickness

Once you settle into the life there, you will be busy initially, too many tasks to meet, no time to think., but once
things settle in, homesickness strikes. Especially while seeing pics of friends and family back home, events
and festivals, food back home. U will feel left alone. Especially those who come alone leaving their families
behind. Cope up mechanism includes making your fav traditional food or if money allows buying it. Watching
movies or listening to music and also hanging out with friends from your native place during the weekends.
Some people work overtime because work takes your mind off things.

2. Adaptation and acceptance

6 to 8 months into being in the new place, you will feel like i have got this.\. I can do it. U still miss a lot of
things, but your mind adapts to the thought that this is my place, i am going to find happiness and build my
future here. U will feel more calm and confident. Now your familiarity with the place increases, and so does
your love for the place. Ultimately,you choose to migrate because you dream of finding happiness there.
ULTIMATELY, IT IS
WORTH ALL THE
EFFORTS AND
OBSTACLES!