Exporting to Australia
Benefits of the UK-Australia free trade agreement
Guide
The UK has signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Australia which will make exporting to Australia cheaper, faster and more secure for UK businesses.
How to utilise the FTA
The UK-Australia FTA contains many new improvements and opportunities for UK businesses seeking to export to Australia.
From more flexible rules of origin and customs clearance, to specialised support for small traders.
- Find practical advice on how to utilise the agreement including guidance on proving rules of origin, accessing simpler customs, and benefiting from zero tariffs.
- Download detailed information for your sector with market opportunities and the steps you need to take to utilise the agreement.
Benefits of the UK-Australia FTA include:
- more flexible rules of origin when exporting goods that are better suited to modern supply chains
- equal treatment and improved business environment for UK businesses operating in Australia
- easier travel rules for UK businesspeople wishing to deliver services in Australia
Some of the provisions in the new FTA will apply automatically, whilst others may require you to take action first before you can benefit. The action(s) you will need to take also depends on the type of goods or services you are selling.
Read more about how to take advantage of the UK’s other free trade agreements.