In Australia you need a vehicle import approval before your pride and joy even looks at a ship, otherwise Border Force may treat it like a stray and send it packing.
The process sits with the federal Department of Infrastructure via the ROVER portal, and you’ll be applying under pathways like the Specialist & Enthusiast Vehicles Scheme, personal import, race/rally, or concessional/older vehicles.
Get approval first, then deal with shipping, biosecurity cleaning (asbestos-free, please), and customs; after arrival you’ll face compliance work and registration checks.
Budget for duties, GST and possibly Luxury Car Tax, plus inspection and modification costs—because nothing says “welcome to Australia” like paperwork with a bill.
Bottom line: apply early, don’t ship without approval, and stick to the official guidance unless you enjoy storage fees and salty tears.
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