Industrial Resources
Australian BORDER FORCE
Australia’s frontline border law enforcement agency and customs service. We are an operationally independent body within the Home Affairs portfolio.
Our mission is to protect Australia’s border and enable legitimate travel and trade
https://www.abf.gov.au/
Department of Agriculture, Water and The Environment
Protecting Australia’s natural resources and help develop strong agricultural industries. Working with others to ensure our land, water and heritage are well-managed, protected and productive.
https://www.awe.gov.au/
Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources
Driving growth and job creation for a more prosperous Australia, by facilitating economic transformation and boosting business competitiveness.
https://www.industry.gov.au
F.A.Q.
What is a Customs broker ?
A Customs Broker is licensed by Australian Border Force to customs clear import and export cargo. A customs broker performs customs clearances electronically in most instances and a response is received from Customs to determine if the goods can be collected from the wharf or airline and delivered to the customer.
What documents do I need for Australia Import and Export Customs & AQIS clearance?
As a rule, a standard importing or exporting transaction usually requires a commercial invoice, packing list, Bill of Lading. Other documents may be required due to the type of goods you imported or origin of countries etc.
For sea freight, a packing declaration should be provided. If the packing or goods has timber, it should be fumigated. Therefore, a fumigation certificate should be provided.
What Customs Duty and GST rate are payable?
Most imported goods are subject to 5% duty & 10% GST. Duty rate can be different for various reasons, for examples, Tariff Concession Systems, Developing country tariff concessions, free trade agreements. Textile, alcohol, tobacco, PMV attracts higher duty rate.
What Government Charges I need to Pay Beside Duty and GST ?
Customs and AQIS will Charge Processing Charges for Standard Formal Import Declaration (FID). Please See Br Below Table:
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Customs Import Processing Fee (Value under A$10,000) |
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Customs Import Processing Fee (Value over A$10,000) |
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For Shipment Including Food, Wood, Plant or Animal Materials etc, there may be more Government Processing Charges Payable.
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