Things you buy over the internet will have the same rules, duties and screening processes applied as any other import. You need to know that: For goods with a value of AUD1000 or less, there are generally no duties, taxes or charges to pay at the border. However, From 1 July 2018, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) may be collected by overseas vendors of such low value goods when imported from overseas by consumers in Australia. GST will be charged at the point of sale and not at the border.
What can I import?
To find out more about what you can and cannot bring into Australia, see Importing prohibited goods. We may screen, x-ray or examine goods to make sure the goods are allowed into Australia. The Department of Agriculture may also need to clear and inspect your goods before they can be delivered to you.
or goods with a value over AUD1000, you will need to fill out an Import Declaration, and pay duties, taxes and charges at the border. You will need to pay duties and taxes on some goods (like tobacco or alcohol) regardless of their value. Certain types of goods are not allowed to be brought into Australia, or else need special permits.
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Customs duty refunds and drawbacks
Legislation does not allow a refund of customs duty that you have paid on imported goods if you return them to the supplier because: you change your mind they don’t fit you do not like them However, as an alternative option, if you export the imported goods, subject to certain conditions, you may be entitled to a drawback of the duty paid. For information on Drawbacks, see Duty Drawbacks. Political instability, trade agreements, tariffs, and regulatory differences between countries can significantly impact the flow of goods. Supply chain disruptions due to political events highlight the need for adaptability and risk managemen
Sometimes goods bought over the internet from an Australian company may be sent to you directly from overseas. You may have to pay duty and taxes when this happens.
Pirated and counterfeit goods
If you buy pirated or counterfeit items, you are buying a flawed product and supporting an illegal trade that could involve serious criminal activity and harm. You can help to combat copyright piracy and counterfeiting of trade marks by not bringing these goods into Australia. In some cases, Australian Border Force (ABF) officers will seize imported pirated and counterfeit goods. Importing and selling counterfeit goods is illegal and can result in prosecution. To find out more about pirated and counterfeit goods, visit Counterfeiting and piracy.
