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Invasive species permits, applications and fees

This page describes the application process for various permits regarding the import, management, and control of declared vertebrate pests in Western Australia, and the assessment of new or unlisted vertebrates.

Allow 4 weeks for permit applications to be processed following our receipt of payment.

Application process

Use the relevant application form, available on the Import permit application forms page under the sub-headline, Permits to deal with declared pests or potential carriers. 

Invasive species permits require payment prior to the permit being processed.

  • Print completed applications and email to ISpermit@dpird.wa.gov.au.
  • An invoice will be emailed back to you. For invoice enquiries, email the department’s Invasive Species and Environment Biosecurity administration officer at admin.invasivespecies@dpird.wa.gov.au.
  • Pay the invoice.
  • On confirmation an application fee has been paid, the permit application will be processed.
  • The permit will be forwarded to the applicant once the application has been approved.

Allow 4 weeks for permit applications to be processed.

Import permit application forms

Permits — Restricted bird keeping, and importing

When submitting an Application for import permit for restricted keeping birds to the department, the applicant must:

Do not make bookings for the transport of birds and other animals that require an import permit until the permit is issued.

For more information on the import of restricted birds into WA, contact our department by calling +61 8 9363 4061, or email enquiries@dpird.wa.gov.au or padis@dpird.wa.gov.au.

Registered pesticides

Registered pesticide (RP) permit applications and amendments

Submit your application

Submit your completed application for assessment by one of the following options:

  • Email it to ISpermit@dpird.wa.gov.au or
  • Post it to:

    Attention: Invasive Species Permits
    Invasive Species and Environment Biosecurity
    Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development
    Locked Bag 4 Bentley Delivery Centre WA 6983

Fees and charges

For a list of applicable charges, refer to the Fees and charges page. 

Fees and charges