DESTINATION IMPORT GUIDE / Australia
Australia
Live ornamental fish imports require an Australian import permit. Only permitted species from approved countries are eligible. Before applying, the importer must establish or have access to a class 7.1 approved arrangement site. Verify the current BICON conditions for the exact shipment. These fish requirements do not establish eligibility for ornamental shrimp.
BEFORE ORDERING
Three checks before a quotation.
- 01Search the exact scientific name in BICON.
- 02Confirm Indonesia is an approved source for that commodity pathway.
- 03Obtain the permit before dispatch and follow every health-certificate declaration.
DOCUMENT PACK
Prepare these records.
- Importer identity, registration and broker details required by the destination
- Scientific-name species list, quantities, source and intended use
- Import permit or written admissibility confirmation where required
- Official aquatic-animal health certificate with the destination declarations
- Commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill and customs classification
- CITES or national wildlife permits when the exact taxon is regulated
ARRIVAL & CLEARANCE
Entry is a separate decision.
Use the nominated entry pathway and expect document, identity and biosecurity inspection. Do not ship on the assumption that an aquarium trade name is admissible.
Planning guide only. Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. The destination authority and border officials make the final decision for each consignment.
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