Freight to Australia | Benefits, Steps and Costs
"Australia" is the destination of many Iranian travelers. Some pack their bags for study and others for good. When the duration of stay becomes long or permanent, all we need or want to have with us on this trip goes beyond one or two suitcases. This is where the expensive excess baggage and freight to Australia come into play at a much lower cost. In this article, we will introduce you to the basics of air freight shipping to Australia, its dos and don'ts, approximate costs, and all the documents you need to do this. Stay tuned with Sepex.
What is meant by freight to Australia?
When travelers from different cities in Australia have excess baggage, they cannot take it with them as passenger baggage. On the other hand, if they want to pay the excess baggage fee, they will face a huge amount; therefore, there is only one way that can deliver passenger baggage to the desired destination in Australia at a lower cost, and that is “freight to Australia”.
What are the advantages of shipping freight to Australia?
Shipping air cargo to Australia has significant advantages over other shipping methods (such as freight forwarding). Let’s take a look at these.
- Lower cost
- Possibility of sending larger and bulkier loads such as home furniture
- The goods arrive very quickly.
- High security
- Reducing the risk of goods being damaged due to weather changes
What are the steps for shipping freight to Australia?
In order to have a hassle-free shipping experience, it is best to be familiar with the steps that need to be taken in advance. Let’s imagine that you have selected an international shipping company for your freight and have coordinated with them about 10 days before your flight to Australia. Now the day of delivery arrives. The steps that need to be taken are as follows:
1. Presence of the company’s expert on site and delivery and packaging of the cargo
2. Loading to Imam Khomeini Airport
3. Preparing the required documents for the cargo
4. Obtaining the necessary permits
5. Passing the customs route for the freight cargo
6. Issuing the bill of lading and insurance policy
7. Delivering the cargo to the airline
8. Tracking the cargo shipment
9. Receiving the cargo at the destination
By simply choosing an international transportation company, you can put aside all the worries of shipping cargo and focus on enjoying your trip.
What are the documents required for freight to Australia?
You as the sender and the other person at the destination or even yourself as the recipient must prepare the following documents for the shipment and delivery of your cargo. Below, we will review the documents required for freight to Australia.
Shipper’s documents
- Copy of your flight ticket
- Submit the original and copy of the national ID card.
- Submit original and copy of passport
- Address and contact number
- List of items in your luggage
- Email address
Cargo delivery documents
- Provide a passport or ID card
- Providing a list of goods
- Provide the bill of lading number
- Address and contact number
- Email address
How much does it cost to ship cargo to Australia?
The cost of freight to Australia is not a general thing and varies from one person to another. However, the factors that affect the final cost are almost constant. Let’s take a look at these.
Weight and dimensions of the cargo:
The greater the weight and dimensions of your desired cargo, the more you will have to spend to ship it to Australia.
The level of danger of your cargo:
Cargoes are divided into several different categories based on the level of danger they pose. The more dangerous your cargo is in the category, the more you will be charged due to the precautions that must be taken for it.
Type and method of packaging:
Although packaging is also considered a type of cost; if it is not done correctly, systematically and professionally, it can impose more costs on you.
Cost of spraying:
Australia is very strict about the entry of insects into its country. For this reason, if your cargo is wooden or packed with wood, it must be sprayed. If this spraying is not done in Iran and in an international manner, your cargo will not be cleared through customs in Australia.
Customs fees in Iran and Australia:
This is a fixed part of freight to Australia that must be done in Iran and Australia.
Cost of receiving services from the transportation company:
One of the costs that is really fair when freighting is the service costs that the international transportation company performs on your behalf and without your intervention. Sometimes this cost is very insignificant compared to the twists and turns that the experts of these companies go through.
Cost of transporting cargo from the airport to the destination:
After clearing your cargo at Australian customs, another cost is also included in your case, which is related to transporting your cargo to the desired city in Australia.
What can’t be sent to Australia?
Every country, based on its laws and procedures, prevents the entry of certain products and goods into its territory. Australia is no exception. Below, we will review the most important prohibited goods to Australia.
Types of Medicine
You cannot send any medicine you want to Australia in the form of freight; but if you are taking a specific medicine prescribed by a doctor, you can bring a three-month supply of your prescription. Of course, you must present your doctor’s official prescription for this.
Flowers and seeds of various plants
Australia is very sensitive about its native plants and animals. For this reason, you cannot send seeds or live plants to this country without permission from Australian organizations.
Types of Food
Sending various foods to Australia is very strict. Unless this food is for your own personal consumption and in standard sizes.
What is your most important task when shipping freight to Australia?
In our opinion, choosing an international shipping company is the most important task you will have when shipping freight to Australia. Because it not only saves you time and money; it is also a way to send your cargo safely and securely to its destination. In order to be able to send your cargo to Australia easily, you must be familiar with the customs laws of both Iran and Australia, understand their administrative intricacies, have experience in solving the challenges that arise, and use your connections to simplify the process of sending and delivering cargo.
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Frequently asked questions
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The cost of freight to Australia depends on factors such as the weight and dimensions of the cargo, the type of packaging, the degree of dangerousness of the cargo, customs fees, and the cost of domestic transportation in Australia.
Proper packaging can prevent additional costs and damage to your cargo. Also, if the packaging is substandard, it may not be accepted in Australia.
Australia has strict laws to prevent the entry of insects. For this reason, shipments in wooden packaging must be sprayed with pesticides before shipment, and this must be done in accordance with international standards.
Customs fees include cargo inspection at Iranian and Australian customs and vary depending on the type of cargo and the regulations of each country.
After the cargo has cleared Australian customs, the cost of transporting the cargo to its final destination within Australia is the responsibility of the sender or receiver.
Yes, using the services of professional companies can prevent problems such as customs complications and incorrect shipments while optimizing costs.
By packing professionally and removing unnecessary items, the weight and dimensions of the cargo can be reduced, thereby minimizing freight costs.