How to register and access NEXDOC

• Free, direct access for those registered as exporters.
• Best for businesses that want to manage their own documentation without extra software.
• Note: some functionality available in software will not be available in the portal, such as the ability to transfer a record to another business

• Ideal for high-volume exporters or businesses needing integration with internal systems.
• You will register as a Client Group Administrator (to manage your group) or Client Group Member (to lodge on behalf of an exporter).
• Check that your software provider is accredited and supports your commodities.

• An agent can lodge documentation for you.
• You still need to register as an exporter if you own the goods.

How to register

To access the Next Export Documentation (NEXDOC) system you will also need to register.

To access the NEXDOC system:

1. Create an Online Services account
2. After that, you have two registration options:
   • Create a Client Group – If you lodge via third-party software or manage the export process for others.
   • Register as an Exporter – If you own the goods. Exporter registration also gives you access to the NEXDOC portal for direct lodgement.

Important: If you own the goods and intend to lodge via software, you must register as both an Exporter and a Client Group Administrator.

Additionally, for some commodities individuals will have the option to register as an Approved Export Permit Issuer. For more information please visit NEXDOC help

For more information on NEXOC registration scenarios visit: NEXDOC - FAQ Registration scenarios for NEXDOC

Video Transcript - How to Register for NEXDOC (DOCX 614 KB)

Additional features of registration

You can apply to use your own printer to print documentation from the NEXDOC system via either the exporter or client group registration. Make sure when applying, your printer meets the required printer requirements.

Printer requirements

If you are printing your own certificates, your printer must:

• be located in Australia
• be a duplex laser printer
• support at least 600dpi.

If you use software and need any assistance with mapping printers to your software, please contact your software provider in the first instance.

As a part of Exporter registration, you can nominate to integrate with the Single Electronic Window (SEW)

The single electronic window (SEW) in NEXDOC provides exporters a single data entry point for export clearance from the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry and the Department of Home Affairs. Through SEW, you can link your NEXDOC entries to the Integrated Cargo System (ICS) and receive ICS Clearance as part of your NEXDOC Request for Export Documents (REX).