Welcome to Stockwell International’s new importer section.

This tool is aimed at guiding you through the many rules and regulations stipulated or associated with importing and exporting from/to Australia.

Good luck, and if at any time you need assistance please do not hesitate to contact your local office.

Step One: What you need to know first

So, you have decided to import. You have located a reputable international supplier, decided on a commodity and need to know what sort of restrictions, licenses, permits or quarantine issues are associated with your product.

For information on restrictions on imports or fumigation go to www.aqis.gov.au For a full list of Aqis publications on all Quarantine and Inspection items Click on "Publications" from the left hand side menu, of the Aqis home page, then click on "Australian Quarantine & Inspection Services". For information on ACCEPTABLE offshore treatment(fumigation) providers follow the above instructions and from the publications that are listed under the Australian Quarantine & inspection services click on CARGO-Offshore treatment providers.

For information on customs issues such as duties go to www.customs.gov.au.

If you are importing a product that contains an engine and may be used on Australian roads you will require licenses and permits, please go to www.dotars.gov.au to find out what you will need prior to import.

If you are importing a commodity that will be used by the general public or children you will have to meet Australian Standards and you can find out about your product requirements by emailing research@sai-global.com

Now that you have all the information about your particular product, you are ready to begin negotiations with your supplier regarding the international movement of your cargo. To be ready for this you will need to know what the International Commercial Terms (Trading Terms or Terms of Trade) your supplier is offering you.

STEP 2