Australia, Tasmania, Migrant Files - FamilySearch Historical Records

Australia Tasmania

What is in the 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 the 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.

Citing this Collection
Citing your sources makes it easy for others to find and evaluate the records you used. When you copy information from a record, list where you found that information. Here you can find citations already created for the entire collection and for each individual record or image. Collection Citation Record Citation Image Citation