First Time Importers For first-time importers, getting the process right from the start is crucial. We are here to guide you every step of the way. We understand that the world of customs clearance and importing can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to navigating the strict Australian Border Force (ABF) and Department of Agriculture, […]
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This document specifies the country where the goods were manufactured, grown, or produced and plays a critical role in determining how the goods are treated by Australian Customs. The Certificate of Origin can significantly impact the duties, taxes, and tariffs applied to your shipment. For example, goods originating from countries with which Australia has a
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We have been informed Infrastructure and timeslot fees will again increase in 2023 in Brisbane, for both Patricks & DP World. Hutchinson have not announced their fee increase details as yet. This notice is to advise you that DP World & the Patrick Terminal have completed an annual review and will impose increased charges for
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Due to the recent increase in exotic stinkbug detections on Chinese origin break bulk cargo and RoRo vessels additional measures are being implemented for RORO vessels that load cargo in a Chinese port. They will now undergo mandatory seasonal pest intervention. The increased measures will be a seasonal pest inspection (SPI) on arrival followed by mandatory
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The Dept. Ag. has updated the packing declaration required for importation of FCL and LCL goods from 1 August 2021. Please find our new template uploaded to our Documents & Downloads Section. Please download and update your SOP’s and your suppliers reference files to include this template moving forward. Let us know if you have
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What are our standard professional charges and why do we charge them? We always keep charges for customs clearances and professional services as cost-effective as possible for our clients with no hidden or obscure fees. We provide our clients (importers and forwarders) with professional services and appropriate advice on incoming cargo. We are based in
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When you ask us to do your customs clearance we request you provide us with an Authority to Act. Let’s explore the – why? What is the authority to act? This Authority to Act (or Letter of Authority) is a document that authorises a customs broker to provide customs clearance for your cargo on your
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The hustle and bustle of daily business operations in Australia can be complex enough without the added stress of arraning movement of your products from overseas. We can help you arrange the movement from your supplier right through to your door helping to ensure you getting the most cost effective and timely service for YOUR
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