Accreditation for import and export businesses

Overview

Australian Trusted Trader provides Australian importing and exporting businesses with the opportunity to earn free accreditation to reduce the red tape involved at the border.

Accredited businesses are able to streamline their processes and expediate the flow of their cargo in and out of Australia, facilitating faster access to markets.

Successful applicants can access a range of benefits, including:

• a dedicated account manager to work with you to improve your compliance with border requirements and resolve border clearance issues
• priority trade services
• differentiated and prioritised examinations
• Mutual Recognition Arrangements
• use of the Trusted Trader logo
• monthly data reports on all goods imported or exported under your Australian business number (ABN)

Check if you can apply

To be eligible, you must:

• have an ABN
• have been active in the international supply chain for at least 2 years
• be financially solvent