Shipping from India to Australia
Importing from India to Australia
India is one of Australia’s fastest-growing trade partners, and one of the routes our team knows best. Fastrak Logistics brings goods from Indian suppliers to Sydney and anywhere in Australia, with customs clearance and delivery handled by the same team.
From textiles, homewares and furniture to machinery parts, spices and packaged food, we’ll help you choose the right service and get your paperwork right before your goods leave India.
We ship from India’s major gateways, including Nhava Sheva (Mumbai), Mundra, Chennai, Kolkata and Cochin, and by air from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Chennai.
Sea Freight from India
- FCL (full container): a 20ft or 40ft container for your goods only. Usually the best value from around 13 to 15 cubic metres.
- LCL (shared container): pay only for the space you use, ideal for smaller orders.
- Supplier consolidation: combine goods from several suppliers into one shipment.
See our sea freight service for more on FCL and LCL.
Air Freight from India
For urgent, small or high-value shipments, air freight gets your goods to Australia in days rather than weeks, with customs clearance on arrival.
How Importing from India Works
- Quote: send us your supplier’s location, cargo volume (CBM), weight and Incoterms.
- Booking: we book space and coordinate pickup with your supplier.
- Origin: our overseas agents collect, consolidate if needed, and handle export clearance.
- Documents: we check your paperwork before the goods arrive.
- Customs and biosecurity: clearance is arranged through our licensed customs broker partners.
- Delivery: to your door, or into storage until you need it.
Documents You’ll Need
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading (sea) or air waybill (air)
- AI-ECTA certificate of origin, to claim free trade agreement duty rates
- Import permits or treatment certificates for regulated food or natural products
- Packing declaration for FCL and FCX containers
- Treatment certificates or ISPM 15 marks for any timber packaging
Save on Duty with AI-ECTA
The Australia–India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA) came into force on 29 December 2022 and removes Australian duty on most goods from India.
To claim the lower rate, you need an AI-ECTA certificate of origin issued by an approved body in India. It is valid for 12 months. Goods should travel directly to Australia or stay under customs control during any transhipment, so check this with your supplier. GST of 10% still applies.
Food, Spices and Biosecurity
Many importers bring in food from India, from spices and rice to snacks and sweets. Food imports must meet both biosecurity conditions and the Imported Food Inspection Scheme, and some products need an import permit or treatment.
Timber packaging, cane and bamboo goods, and handicrafts made from natural materials can also attract biosecurity checks. Tell us what you’re importing and we’ll check the requirements before you order.
Shipping from India FAQs
How long does shipping from India to Australia take?
Sea freight from ports such as Nhava Sheva and Mundra to Sydney usually takes around three to four weeks port to port, depending on the route and any transhipment. Air freight usually takes a few days. We confirm the expected transit time with your quote.
Do I pay import duty on goods from India?
Under AI-ECTA, most goods from India can enter Australia duty-free if you have a valid AI-ECTA certificate of origin. GST of 10% generally still applies.
Can I import food from India?
Yes, but food must meet Australian biosecurity and food safety rules. Some products need permits, treatment or testing. Check the BICON database or ask us before you order.
Can you collect from my supplier in India?
Yes. Our agents can collect from your supplier, consolidate goods from several suppliers and handle export clearance in India, depending on your Incoterms.
Get a Quote for Shipping from India
Tell us where your supplier is and what you’re shipping, and we’ll come back with a competitive sea or air freight quote. Call 1300 816 433.
