How do I know if I can use a free trade agreement?

• Simply importing goods from a free trading partner country does not mean your import will qualify for preferential treatment under a free trade agreement.
• The goods must comply with the rules of origin as specified in the text of the relevant free trade agreement.
• Many free trade agreements require a certificate of origin. In other cases an origin declaration will be required. You will need to refer to the specific free trade agreement to determine its requirements.
• Full text versions of the free trade agreements are available at www.dfat.gov.au/fta.
• Given the complexity of free trade agreements and rules of origin you may wish to engage a licenced broker or experienced customs lawyer to assist you. You can use our Phone a Lawyer service to get a preliminary consultation.