Coral & Seashells → Australia

Coral & Seashells prohibited; penalties for import

Details

Coral & Seashells prohibited; penalties for import. Enforcement in Australia carries fines up to AUD 222,000 and imprisonment up to 10 years in aggravated cases. In the reverse direction (taking coral & seashells out of Australia): restricted — Corals are CITES-listed — taking coral out of Australia requires permits, while ordinary non-protected seashells move freely in small quantities.

Leaving with this item

Corals are CITES-listed — taking coral out of Australia requires permits, while ordinary non-protected seashells move freely in small quantities.

Practical advice

Do not bring coral & seashells to this country. If unsure, declare on arrival — declared goods at worst attract duty or surrender, while undeclared goods found in screening are seized and fined.

Customs authority

Australian Border Force (ABF) · https://www.abf.gov.au