Alerts

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (the department) is publishing specific import conditions for the following goods into the External Territories of Norfolk Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands and Christmas Island:

1. Fresh produce for import into Australian external territories
2. Fresh cut flowers and foliage for import into Australian external territories

Importers are advised to review the cases and understand the import conditions and any additional requirements, prior to sending goods to the External Territories.

Import permits:
New import permits will be issued on 22 March 2024, to reflect the restructured import conditions. New permits only apply to current active permit holders for the goods listed above.

Who does this alert affect:
Importers of goods into Australian external territories, Biosecurity Imports Support Team (BIST) and Pathway Operations Cargo - Assessment and Inspections.

Further information:
If you require any further information, or have questions about these changes, please contact Plant Import Operations on 1800 900 090 or email imports@aff.gov.au.