Customs broker

You are licensed to act on behalf of clients that need help complying with government requirements when importing or exporting goods.

Good biosecurity is about awareness and action. Know the risks posed by the movement of goods, containers and vessels. Assist your clients to meet all entry and exit conditions. Report anything unusual.

You can help protect Australia from the spread of pests and diseases. Ensure goods are not stopped or delayed due to biosecurity risks.

Be aware

Stay informed. Know issues that may affect your imports or exports.

Customs broker toolkit

Find resources on how to meet Australian importing requirements.

Import notices

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

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.

In your area

Australian Capital Territory

Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate

New South Wales

Department of Primary Industries

Northern Territory

Northern Territory Government

Queensland

Department of Agriculture and Fisheries

South Australia

Primary Industries and Regions, SA

Tasmania

Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment

Victoria

Agriculture Victoria

Western Australia

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development

Take action

Steps you must take. Your role in Australia’s biosecurity and export market access.

Biosecurity conditions

Check what can be imported into Australia. Meet all conditions.

Broker responsibilities

Understand your responsibilities under broker class approved arrangements

Clearance and inspection

Clearance and inspection requirements for imported goods

Exports

Are you involved in the export of agricultural goods from Australia? A quick guide to export controls that are in place.

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 goods arrive

Check what will happen to goods on arrival in Australia. Plan ahead. Be ready for inspections, treatments or a period of quarantine.

Report a concern

Resources

Learn more. Check these useful resources.

Fees and charges

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

Risk analysis

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