Apply for a permit—biosecurity instrument

You will need to apply for a biosecurity instrument permit if you need to move something and a Movement Control Order or the Biosecurity Regulation 2016 currently does not allow the movement because it may create a biosecurity risk.

Moving materials that can carry fire ants?
Complete a fire ant material movement permit through the National Fire Ant Eradication Program.


Required fields are marked with an asterisk (*).

Applicant details
Movement details
Select which biosecurity matter or carriers you wish to move (up to 6 may be chosen)
Moving fire ant carriers? Go to the National Fire Ant Eradication Program website.
(Kg honey, Number of hives)
Place of origin
Where is the biosecurity matter or carrier currently located?
PIC of the property where the biosecurity matter or carrier is currently located
Destination
Where is the biosecurity matter or carrier being moved to?
PIC of the property where the biosecurity matter or carrier is being moved to

* Electric ant carriers include:

  • potted plants, plant cuttings, fruit
  • garden waste, mulch and composted materials
  • a thing that has come into contact with the ground (e.g. bee hives, pot plants, garden furniture)
  • soil and turf
  • baled hay or straw
  • animal manures
  • material that is a product or by-product of mining or quarrying.

Privacy statement

The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) will use the information collected on this form to assess and process your application for a biosecurity instrument permit under the Biosecurity Act 2014. The information will only be accessed by authorised employees within the department and will not be disclosed to any other parties unless authorised or required by law.

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Last updated: 28 Jun 2023