Advice, Services & Information

Importing

If you import goods into Australia, you will be affected by certain government regulations. Your goods must be cleared by the Australian Customs Service (Customs) and duty and taxes may be payable. You also need to be aware of import permits, quarantine permits and treatment that apply to imported goods.

• Customs requirements
  
  All goods imported into Australia must be cleared by the Australian Customs Service (Customs).
  
  
• Prohibited & restricted goods
  
  Some goods are prohibited or have restrictions so you need to check with the Australian Customs Service before you import them.
  
  
• Quarantine requirements
  
  Before you import goods, you need to find out if your goods fall under quarantine regulations.
  
  
• Assistance for importers
  
  Before you consider importing a product from overseas, check the Industry Capability Network (ICN) to find a competitive local supplier in Australia or New Zealand.
  
  
• Labelling requirements
  
  Labels are used by businesses to convey information about products, to promote features of products that may be attractive to the consumer, or to describe contents that the consumer can't see.