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Country guide

Australia trade rules

Australian border clearance depends on tariff classification, customs value and product controls, especially biosecurity requirements.

Foundation reviewed 31 July 2026 · Check product-specific rules before shipping

AU · AUS

Start with the product

Trade rules change with the HS code, product use, material and destination. Use the route explorer to combine this country’s rules with the other market.

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Leaving Australia

Export checks

Confirm whether an export declaration, permit, health certificate or controlled-goods approval is required before dispatch.

  1. Check export declaration thresholds and restricted exports.
  2. Obtain commodity, wildlife, food or strategic-goods permits where required.
  3. Retain commercial and transport documents.

Entering Australia

Import checks

Classify the goods, check prohibited imports and BICON, then lodge the required declaration and pay border charges.

  1. Check the tariff classification and customs value.
  2. Search BICON for biosecurity conditions and permits.
  3. Meet labelling, safety and standards requirements before supply.

Core legal framework

  • FrameworkCustoms Act 1901
  • FrameworkCustoms Tariff Act 1995
  • FrameworkBiosecurity Act 2015
  • FrameworkCompetition and Consumer Act 2010

Official sources

Open the live source before making a shipment decision. Rules and tariff measures can change.

Australian Border ForceImport requirementsDeclarations, tariff, permits and labelling Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and ForestryBICONBiosecurity import conditions and permits Australian Border ForceExporting goodsExport declarations and controlled exports

Before you act

This is a structured research starting point, not a shipment approval. Confirm the final classification, current controls and licences with the listed authority or a qualified customs professional.