To be granted permission to import or export asbestos, you will need to provide information regarding your intentions and safety measures. Permits allowing for the import or export of asbestos only granted in limited circumstances.
Applications for a new permit to import or export asbestos can be made by completing the permit application form and emailing it to permits@asbestossafety.gov.au.
Applications to renew a current permit to import or export asbestos can be made by completing the permit renewal form and emailing it to permits@asbestossafety.gov.au.
Applying for a permit is not a guarantee it will be granted.
Goods containing asbestos must not be shipped until permission is granted in writing by ASSEA and received by the applicant.
Information for Australian External Territories (AETs)
Applicants in an AET may need to apply for both an export permit (to leave the territory) and import permit (to enter Australia). It’s best to apply for both at the same time. For more information on this, see the ABF website's asbestos section on the AETs under the heading 'Import and export exceptions and permissions'.
Soil samples imported for testing for the presence of asbestos
Importations of soil, including samples for analysis, are controlled according to Australian biosecurity laws.
Asbestos import permit holders intending to import soil samples for testing may be required to obtain an import permission granted by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (Agriculture), or may be subject to mandatory conditions upon importation.Relevant information can be found at the Biosecurity Import Conditions (BICON) database published on the Agriculture website: BICON - Australian Biosecurity Import Conditions.