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The importation of some commodities is, by law, subject to the biosecurity conditions outlined in the departments Biosecurity Import Conditions (BICON) system. Some commodities are only allowed into Australia upon the granting of an import permit from the department.Import permit fees apply for…
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Customs brokers and importers must complete full import declarations (FIDs) for imported food. FIDs are lodged through the Department of Home Affairs' Integrated Cargo System (ICS).We use this information when inspecting and testing food imports. This is part of our Imported Food Inspection Scheme…
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To manage biosecurity risks, strict conditions apply to importing dogs (and other pets) into Australia.
These rules are based on science and are design to keep everyone safe—you, your dog, and the Australian people, animals and environment.
If you’re planning to bring your dog to…
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Products requiring an import permit are subject to charges as outlined on the department's website.Lodgement of an import permit applicationYou can lodge an electronic import permit application through the Biosecurity Import Conditions (BICON) system. An application charge…
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We have developed updated guidance material to assist importers and processors of regulated timber products understand and meet your due diligence requirements under Australia’s illegal logging laws.The Due Diligence Toolkit for importers is available to download on our on our Resources for…
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Australia exercises strict biosecurity measures designed to protect plant and animal health.
All machinery imported into Australia must be free from contamination such as seeds, soil, plant and animal materials
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries…
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Chemicals subject to the Stockholm and Rotterdam Conventions
On 18 August 2004, Australia became a party to two international agreements relating to the trade of certain hazardous chemicals. These agreements are the:
Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)
Rotterdam…
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Publication detailsDepartment of Agriculture and Water Resources, 30 May 2016This review considers the biosecurity risks for Australia associated with the importation of captive non-human…
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Publication detailsDepartment of Agriculture and Water Resources, 21 March 2017The Department of Agriculture and Water Resources has released the final report on the Importation of captive non-…
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17 November 1999
Animal Quarantine Policy Memorandum 1999/77
Chief Veterinary Officers, all States and the NT
CSIRO Division of Animal Health
Animal Programs…
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