What VAT applies when importing from South Africa into Australia?

Import GST of 10% is charged in Australia on the goods plus freight plus duty.

🇦🇺Can a buyer in Australia import from South Africa?🇿🇦

We track no embargo or sectoral sanctions programme covering this country pair. The ordinary rules still apply: customs, VAT and any product-specific permits in Australia.

Tariffs and trade agreements

No shared trade bloc or bilateral agreement we track: standard (MFN) tariffs apply.

Import requirements in Australia

Import VAT in Australia (B2B): Import GST of 10% is charged in Australia on the goods plus freight plus duty. ATO Australia Duty depends on the HS code; put both into the landed-cost calculator.

684 suppliers in South Africa on record

Manufacturers and wholesalers based in South Africa, each card carrying the open-record facts we hold and the source behind them.

All South Africa suppliers

Frequently asked questions

Can a company in Australia buy from a supplier in South Africa?: We track no embargo or sectoral sanctions programme covering this country pair. The ordinary rules still apply: customs, VAT and any product-specific permits in Australia.
What VAT applies when importing from South Africa into Australia?: Import GST of 10% is charged in Australia on the goods plus freight plus duty.
Do Australia and South Africa share a trade agreement?: No shared trade bloc or bilateral agreement we track: standard (MFN) tariffs apply.

Before contracting, verify the South Africa supplier at the registry.

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