Be aware

Stay informed. Know issues that may affect your imports.

Import notices

For imports to Australia. Keep up with the latest industry advice. You can subscribe to get updates by email.

Take action

Steps you must take. Your role in Australia’s biosecurity.

Goods movement in Australia

Plan to buy, sell or transport food, plants, soil or animals? Some states restrict entry of these products. Check what you must do.

Goods you can import

Check what you can import into Australia. Meet all conditions. Do this before you import your goods.

Human remains

You must meet strict controls to bring human remains in or take them out of Australia. What to do and who to report to.

Prepare your goods

What you need to consider first. Plan ahead. Be ready to meet all conditions to import goods to Australia.

Reportable incidents

Some events that involve goods and vessels are reportable by law. Know your role and what you must do.

When your goods arrive

Check what will happen to your goods on arrival in Australia. You must plan ahead. Be ready for inspections, treatments or period of quarantine.

Report a concern

How to report

Resources

Learn more. Check these useful resources for importers.

Fees and charges

Check fees and charges you may need to pay. These are for services to import into and export from Australia.

Pests, diseases and weeds

These all pose a risk to Australia. They can arrive and spread in cargo, mail, vessels and with people. Your actions can help reduce these risks.

Risk analysis

Find out how new conditions are set for the import of goods to Australia.