Australia, Tasmania, Migrant Files - FamilySearch Historical Records

What is in This Collection
These records contain sponsored migrant files, letters from their supporters, and inquiries from prospective settlers coming to Tasmania. Migrant files usually contain the name and other details about the individual including place of residence, departure location, and planned destination. Supporters may write a letter of recommendation for the hopeful migrant. The records come from the Tasmanian Archive and Heritage Office.

How Do I Search This Collection?
To search the collection by name: Fill in the requested information in the initial search page. This search will return a list of possible matches. Compare the information about the ancestors in the list to what you already know about your ancestors to determine if this is the correct family or person. You may need to compare the information about more than one person to find your ancestor. To browse by image: To search the collection you will need to follow this series of links: ⇒Select "Browse through images" on the initial collection page: ⇒Select the appropriate “Record Category” ⇒Select the appropriate “Record Type” ⇒Select the appropriate “Year Range, Archival Number” which will take you to the images.

How Do I Analyze the Results?
Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.

I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?

 * Search for death records
 * Search for death or burial information in the BillionGraves Index or at Find A Grave


 * If your ancestor does not have a common name, collect entries for every person who has the same surname
 * Search the records of nearby areas

I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now?

 * If your ancestor does not have a common name, collect entries for every person who has the same surname
 * Search the records of nearby areas

Check for other names. An individual might appear under an unexpected name for a variety of reasons:
 * - They might have been listed under a middle name, nickname, or abbreviation of their given name
 * - A woman may have returned to her maiden name after the death of her husband


 * Consult the Australia Record Finder to find other records

Citing This Collection
Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used.


 * Collection Citation:

"Australia, Tasmania, Migrant Files, 1945-1968" Database with Images. FamilySearch. http://FamilySearch.org : accessed 2017. Tasmanian Archive and Heritage Office, Hobart.

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