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Customs & Quarantine
Australia’s customs regulations are much like those of other countries but it has some of the toughest quarantine policies in the world.
Customs
Visitors aged over 18 are allowed to bring 2250ml of alcohol and 250 cigarettes or 250 grams of tobacco into Australia without paying import duties. You are also allowed to import up to A$900 of other goods such as cameras, electronic goods etc which have been purchased duty free. The duty free limit for travellers aged under 18 is $450.
Like many other countries, you are not allowed to bring weapons, steroids or many drugs into Australia.
Visit the Australian Customs Service website (www.customs.gov.au) for more information.
Quarantine
Because of Australia is free of many pests and diseases that plague other countries, the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (website www.daffa.gov.au/aqis) are extremely vigilant about keeping these out of Australia.
You will have to declare any food and animal or plant products that you have with you and most unpackaged food will not be allowed into the country. Quarantine officers will also check for dirty boots or shoes as well as camping equipment that may contain dirt that may introduce pests and diseases into Australia. You will also be questioned if you have visited a farm or engaged in any outdoor activity or if you have visited certain African or South American countries within the past week.
