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AQIS Import Permit for Biological Products
An Import Permit may be obtained by submitting to AQIS an Application for Permit to Import Quarantine Material. AQIS will assess the application and, on the basis of that assessment, may decide to grant an Import Permit with conditions deemed necessary for safe importation, use and disposal of those products.
It should be noted that applying for an Import Permit does not automatically result in a permit being issued. The Director of Quarantine or their delegate will issue the Import Permit if the quarantine risk can be effectively managed. Importers should ensure that an application is submitted for each product type, and that the prescribed fee accompanies the application.
Please note that assessment of applications can take up to 10 working days. Thereafter, the importer will receive a copy of their Import Permit. The Import Permit is generally valid for 2 years and may be used any number of times during this period. The Import Permit will dictate conditions under which the product may enter Australia. It is important that the importer reads these conditions BEFORE importing.
Step 1: obtain permit application form.
Step 2: Check information required to complete permit application.
Step 3: Complete and submit application with required fee.
Step 4: For clearance of imported goods, all relevant paperwork (permits and/or other documentation as detailed on ICON) must be submitted to the AQIS regional office in the state/territory of import.