Australia is a sovereign country comprising the mainland of the Australian continent, the island of Tasmania, and numerous smaller islands.  Australia is world-famous for its natural wonders and wide open spaces, its beaches, deserts, “the bush”, and “the Outback”. Australia is one of the world’s most highly urbanized countries; it is well known for the attractions of its large cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth.

Moving to Australia is an adventure, we definitely would love to take part in. 

Choosing Nobel Relocation to relocate you to the world’s sixth largest country, Australia, you can rest assured your belongings will arrive safe, unharmed, and in a timely fashion.

We understand that bureaucracy can be complicated enough without having to worry about your belongings, we at Nobel Relocation will handle all the paperwork and double-check it many times so you don’t encounter problems on the final destination side. All we ask from you is to give us the pleasure of simply turning up at customs when we will need you to release your shipment, in order for it to be delivered straight to your new door.

 

At Nobel Relocation you will find no other company more equipped to pack, load, transfer, and deliver your belongings to Australia. Our professional packers are highly trained and experienced in packing your belongings for international journeys that can be unpredictable due to unforeseen circumstances such as the changing weather.

 

Nobel Relocation has only your best interest at heart accompanied by years of successful experience and the most professional and honest staff. Nobel Relocation, is a company you can be sure to trust when moving to Australia.

We can provide moving services from Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama, and Texas. We can provide moving and relocation services to Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Darwin, and other cities in this beautiful country.

 

WHY CHOOSE NOBEL RELOCATION FOR YOUR MOVE TO AUSTRALIA FROM THE US?

• Because we are professionals and specialists in International Moves and Relocation.
• Because our services cover nearly the entire globe.
• Because our worldwide agencies are present in 186 countries.
• Because we are proud of our record—100% satisfied customers!

 

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Used Household Goods and Personal Effects

Documents Required

Copy of passport (photo and signature page)

Completed Australian Customs form B534

Copy of visa or e-visa approval (non-citizens)

Detailed inventory / packing list (in English)

Alcohol inventory, if applicable

Original bill of lading if no telex release / waybill issued (OBL) / air waybill (AWB)

 

Specific Information

The OBL must be received 7 days prior to arrival at first entry port into Australia.

The AWB must be received 48 hours prior to arrival at first entry airport into Australia.

Sea freight clearance times vary from 12-15 working days depending on mode of sea freight and the destination location.

Airfreight clearance takes approximately 5-7 working days depending on documentation received and destination location.

An inventory of alcohol is required for Australian Customs to assess the duty and taxes payable, which are generally 50% of the alcohol’s purchase value for wine and 150% for spirits.

The signature on the Australian Customs form B534 must match the passport page.

 

Motor Vehicles

Documents Required

• Vehicle import approval (VIA)
• Import declaration (prepared by Customs broker)
• Registration papers from country of origin
• Proof of ownership and purchase receipt

 

Specific Information

A VIA must be obtained prior to the importation of motor vehicles.

VIA will take 3-6 weeks to approve.

Application for VIA may be found at: https:infrastructure.gov.au/vehicles/imports/how_to_apply.aspx

• The restrictions for documents and Customs regulations must be met for the importation of privately owned motor vehicles.
• Customs clearance is required at the port of entry.
• Customs duties and goods and services taxes (GST) must be paid at the time of vehicle import with the exception of returning Australian vehicles when GST only applies.

GST only is payable on motorcycle imports

• Contact the Australian Taxation Office to determine if and when luxury car taxes (LCT) must be paid. https://www.ato.gov.au/Business/Luxury-car-tax/

 

Pets

Documents Required

• Import application
• Import permit

 

Specific Information

All animals imported to Australia must meet the requirements of the Australian Department of Agriculture and Water Resources and will be quarantined upon arrival.

Import permits take approximately 10 business days from the date of receipt by the Department of Agriculture to be approved; however, incomplete or incorrect applications may take longer.

Owners of the goods must select a quarantine station for the animal prior to import.

Animals may be visited by only the person identified as the importer during the quarantine period

 

Note:  It is critical to contact the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources prior to the import of pets as requirements and restrictions are dependent upon the country of origin and vary dramatically per type of animal

 

Restricted/Dutiable Items

Alcohol:

Customs duties plus goods and services tax (GST) will apply to alcohol imported into Australia.

Duty is calculated on the type of alcohol, the volume contained per bottle, the alcohol % per bottle, and the value per bottle.

Ten percent (10%) GST is then added to the duty calculated.

• Anabolic and androgenic substances (those that enhance muscle and bone growth and may include health supplements)
• Antibiotics
• ANZAC and any related advertising material
• Items bearing an image of the Australian national flag and coat of arms
• Items bearing an image of the Australian state or territory flags and coat of arms
• Asbestos
• Cat and dog fur products
• Glazed ceramic ware (specific to lead content)
• Cetaceans (whales, dolphins, and porpoises)
• Chemical weapons
• Chewing tobacco and snuff in quantities greater than 1.5 kg
• Cigarette lighters (up to five lighters acceptable if over 18 years or older on a ship or aircraft)
• Cosmetics and toxic materials (cannot contain more than 250 mg/kg of lead but may contain more than 250 mg/kg of lead acetate designed for use in hair products)
• Counterfeit credit cards
• Crowd control equipment (antipersonnel sprays, body armor, extendable batons, electric shock devices, etc.)
• Cultural heritage goods from Papua New Guinea (permission from the Trustees of the Papua New Guinea Public Museum and Art Gallery is required)
• Diamonds (only rough diamonds in tamper proof containers from a country participating in the Kimberley Process may be imported and require a Kimberley Process Certificate)
• Dog collars are designed to puncture or bruise an animal’s skin
• Passengers arriving on board a ship or aircraft do not need a permit for the import of drugs and narcotics required for personal use if:

The drugs and narcotics are prescribed by a medical practitioner or veterinarian, and quantity does not exceed a 3 month’s supply at the maximum prescribed dosage,

The drugs/narcotics are carried as accompanying baggage;

The prescription must be in English or translated into English.

• Kava may be imported in the root or dried form in amounts not to exceed 2 kg and is carried as accompanied baggage by a passenger 18 years or older.
• Firearms and accessories, parts, magazine, ammunition, components of ammunition, and replica
• The following items are embargoed goods and are restricted and require permission to import.  Contact the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) for additional information:

Eritrea – weapons, ammunition, military vehicles and equipment and spare parts

Iran – weapons, ammunition, military vehicle and equipment and spare parts

North Korea – weapons ammunition, military vehicles and equipment and spare parts

Libya – weapons, ammunition, military vehicles and equipment and spare parts

• Endangered animal and plant listed in the appendices to the Convention of International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES)

A search tool for CITES endangered species is available at https://checklist.cites.org/#/en

• Novelty erasers (resembling food in scent or appearance)
• Plastic explosives formulated as a mixture, malleable or flexible at room temperature or with:

One or more high explosives which in pure form have a vapor pressure less than 10.4 PA at a temperature of 25 degrees Celsius

A binder material

Fish and tooth fish

electronic flyswatters and mosquito bats

Growth hormones and substances of human or animal origin

Hazardous wastes (explosive flammable, poisonous, toxic, exotoxic or infectious, clinical wastes, waste oils, waste residue from manufacture or household waste as defined by the Basel Convention)

Hydrofluorocarbons

Incandescent lamps

Knives and daggers

Laser pointers

Novelty money boxes coated with material containing more than 90 mg/kg of lead

Ozone-depleting substances and synthetic greenhouse gases

Pencils and paintbrushes with a coating that contains excess amounts of toxic compounds such as lead, arsenic and barium

Pesticides and other hazardous chemicals

Polychlorinated Biphenyls, Terphenyls and Polyphenols

Pornography and other objectionable materials

Radioactive substances

Therapeutic drugs and substances (abortifacients, aphrodisiacs, etc.)

Unmanufactured tobacco (not stemmed or stripped or in whole form)

Toys containing excess amounts of toxic compounds such as lead, arsenic, and barium

Woolpacks

Weapons (military goods and other weapons including blow pipes, crossbows, martial arts equipment, knuckle dusters, slingshots, maces and flails)

Trade Practices Act goods

 

Prohibited Items

• Rough diamonds
• Dogs (dangerous breeds including Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, Japanese Tosa, American Pit Bull Terrier or Pit Bull Terrier, Perro de Presa Canario or Presa Canario and advertisements referencing these breeds)
• Embryo clones and viable materials, and any related advertising matter advertising these items
• Suicide devices