Here are some answers to frequently asked questions
Yes, there are no major entry restrictions for cats and dogs. Owners should brush the animal(s) to remove any seeds in their fur and check bedding prior to arrival. No specific vaccinations, vet certificates or paperwork is required.
Some birds and animals are prohibited from entering Western Australia (WA) because of the risks they pose if they establish in the wild. To help manage this risk the department authorises their entry and keeping in WA with permits issued under the Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Act 2007.
Import permits for birds and animals must be presented at road checkpoints. At the road checkpoints the crate/cage will be inspected for quarantine risk material which includes seed, fruits, vegetables and bark (branches/perches).
If your bird or animal comes by air, Perth Domestic Airport inspections are only carried out at the air cargo facility. Bookings for inspections are essential.
Most animals transferring onto a regional airport will be inspected at the Perth Domestic Airport cargo facility prior to transhipping. The animal will be held in the quarantine area until cleared by an inspector.
Consider booking flights that allow for your bird to be presented for inspection during business hours. You are responsible for your animal's welfare while they await inspection. Animals arriving outside business hours will be held in appropriate facilities until an inspection can be conducted during business hours.
Honey that can be purchased in WA from the east coast has been treated and meets strict quarantine requirements. It is certified as treated and is verified by Quarantine Inspectors on arrival into WA. Most tourists and travellers are more likely to bring in untreated honey and any treated honey cannot be verified at checkpoints as meeting WA’s quarantine import requirements.
Generally, no fresh fruit and vegetables are allowed, except for the items listed below, providing they are free of soil, pests, disease and do not have green growth or sprouting:
- pineapple
- watermelon (peeled and diced)
- onions (peeled)
- garlic (peeled)
- carrot
- corn on the cob (husk removed)
- mushrooms (commercially packaged)
- parsnip
- beetroot
- swede
- sweet potato
- pumpkin (peeled and seeds removed)
- taro
- turnip
- galangal
- turmeric
- ginger
- coconut (peri-carp removed, brown husk okay)
Yes, this is allowed as it is cooked and processed fruit.
Yes, these products are all allowed entry into WA.
Yes, these products are allowed entry into WA.
No, green salads are not permitted.
Yes, all cooked food and/or tinned food is allowed entry into WA. Dehydrated and freeze-dried meals are also permitted.
Uncertified fresh fruit salad is not allowed, however cut-up pineapple and watermelon is allowed entry. Cooked and tinned fruit and fruit salads are permitted.
Yes, fresh or frozen fish (excluding crustaceans) including mussels and oysters are allowed entry into WA. All other meat is permitted (i.e. beef, pork, chicken).
Raw crustaceans (both fresh and frozen) are not permitted - i.e. prawns (including prawn bait), crabs and lobster (crayfish).
Home-dried fruit is usually not acceptable unless the Inspector is satisfied that the home-dried product is of the same standard as commercially dried fruit. All dried fruit and vegetables are subject to inspection for insect infestation.
Mangoes must have seed removed.
Dried plant material from the Myrtaceae family are not permitted, including guava, muntries and riberries.
Dehydrated cooked meals are permitted.
All fruit and vegetables are permitted if hard frozen on arrival except:
- grapes
- mango with seed
- unpeeled onions
- unpeeled garlic
- unpeeled potatoes
- fruit from the Myrtaceae family (includes guava, muntries, riberries etc.)
Yes, most commonly used herbs and spices are allowed, subject to inspection on arrival. They must be declared to ensure there are no prohibited seed types. (e.g. lemon myrtle). The contents must be in a jar or commercially packaged.
Yes, processed, prepackaged food items including small commercially packaged fruit and nuts i.e. trail-mix, dehydrated and freeze-dried meals are permitted.
Yes, but subject to prior approval from Quarantine WA.
You must apply prior to importing the plants or bulbs using the Import Approval Request form. Contact Quarantine WA to obtain a copy of the form. Fees and charges apply for approvals and inspections.
Yes, however they are subject to inspection to verify there are no restricted/regulated seeds or plant material and the dried matter is free from insects. Fees and charges will apply.
Yes, these items are allowed but must be cleaned free of soil, seeds and other plant material. Empty plant pots must be cleaned of all soil and potting mix and other plant material.
All of these items must be declared to Quarantine WA and are subject to inspection on arrival, fees and charges may apply.
Each state operates under their own biosecurity legislation and this means there are different requirements for each state. You can check this via the Importing and exporting (Quarantine WA) page or contact Quarantine WA on 08 9334 1800 and ask to speak to our exports officer.
Each state operates under their own biosecurity legislation with different requirements for each state. You can check this via the Importing and exporting (Quarantine WA) page or contact Quarantine WA on 08 9334 1800 and ask to speak to our exports officer.