# Do some research on the suitable vehicle kinds, pricing, and dangers
Not all vehicles are eligible to be imported into Australia. You will need to check with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government (DITRD) to see if your vehicle meets the Australian Design Rules (ADRs). You can find more information on the DITRD website.
The cost of shipping a car to Australia will vary depending on the make and model of the vehicle, the size of the vehicle, the distance it is being shipped, and the shipping method used. You can get an estimate of the cost of shipping your car from a freight forwarder or shipping company.
There are also some risks involved in shipping a car to Australia. The car could be damaged in transit, or it could be seized by customs if it does not meet the ADRs. It is important to do your research and understand the risks before shipping your car to Australia.
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# Apply for the import approval at Department of ITRDC
Once you have determined that your vehicle is eligible to be imported into Australia, you will need to apply for an import approval from the DITRD. You can apply for an import approval online or by mail.
The application process for an import approval can take up to 30 days. You will need to provide the DITRD with information about your vehicle, such as the make, model, year and VIN number. You will also need to provide proof of ownership of the vehicle.
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# Receive the approval via email
Once your application for an import approval has been approved, you will receive an email notification from the DITRD. The email notification will contain the import approval number, which you will need to provide to the freight forwarder or shipping company when you ship your car to Australia.
# Organise shipping and freight services for the vehicle
Once you have received the import approval, you will need to organise shipping and freight services for your car. You can do this by contacting a freight forwarder or shipping company.
The freight forwarder or shipping company will be responsible for loading your car onto a ship and transporting it to Australia. They will also be responsible for clearing your car through customs when it arrives in Australia.
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# Apply and lodge a Customs Declaration with the Department of Home Affairs
When your car arrives in Australia, you will need to apply and lodge a Customs Declaration with the Department of Home Affairs. You can do this online or by mail.
The Customs Declaration will need to include information about your car, such as the make, model, year, and VIN number. You will also need to provide the Customs Declaration with the import approval number that you received from the DITRD.
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# Apply and lodge a quarantine entry application with an inspection with the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment
If your car is coming from a country that is not listed on the Australian Quarantine Inspection Service (AQIS) list of approved countries, you will need to apply and lodge a quarantine entry application with an inspection with AQIS.
You can do this online or by mail. The quarantine entry application will need to include information about your car, such as the make, model, year, and VIN number. You will also need to provide the quarantine entry application with the import approval number that you received from the DITRD.
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# If applicable, arrange for any modifications, testing for compliance or apply for the vehicle to be added to RAV platform
If your car does not meet the ADRs, you may need to make modifications to the car so that it meets the standards. You may also need to have the car tested to ensure that it meets the standards.
If your car does not meet the ADRs and you cannot make the necessary modifications or have the car tested, you may be able to apply for the vehicle to be added to the RAV platform. The RAV platform is a list of vehicles that have been assessed by the Australian Government and found to meet the ADRs.
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# Once your car has been cleared through customs and quarantine, you will be able to pick it up from the port
You will need to present your import approval number and the Customs Declaration to the port authorities when you pick up your car.
Here are some additional tips for shipping your car to Australia from Dubai:
# Get multiple quotes from freight forwarders or shipping companies before you book your shipment.
# Make sure that the freight forwarder or shipping company that you choose is reputable and has experience shipping cars to Australia.
# Be clear about your expectations with the freight forwarder or shipping company.
# Keep a copy of all documentation related to your car