Can I bring Dried Fruits to Australia?
Dried FruitsβAustralia
β οΈ Declaration Required
π Carrying Limits
- Quantity Limit:Reasonable quantity for personal use
β Declaration Requirements
β Required
Form needed: Incoming Passenger Card
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Last Updated:January 8, 2025
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π Important Notes
- β’Commercially packaged dried fruits are generally allowed for personal use
- β’Must be declared
- β’Products with pits or seeds may be prohibited
- β’Keep in original sealed packaging
β Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dried Fruits need to be vacuum-sealed for entry?
Vacuum sealing can significantly reduce the risk of confiscation, especially for meat or dried products. Additionally, Dried Fruits with complete commercial labeling and ingredient lists is more likely to pass inspection.
β More Questions
Can I bring dried mango?
Yes, commercially packaged dried mango without seeds is allowed if declared.
Can I bring raisins and dates?
YES! Commercially packaged dried fruits (raisins, dates, apricots, figs) are generally allowed if: (1) In original sealed packaging, (2) No seeds or pits that can be planted, (3) Declared on Incoming Passenger Card. Seedless dried fruits are safer and less likely to be questioned.
What about dried fruit with seeds?
CAUTION. Dried fruits with seeds or pits (e.g., prunes with pits, dried cherries with seeds) have higher biosecurity risk (can be planted). Biosecurity officers may confiscate them. Seedless varieties are strongly recommended. Always declare for inspection.
Do I need to declare dried fruit?
YES! You must declare ALL plant products including dried fruit on the Incoming Passenger Card. Dried fruit is a biosecurity concern (plant material, may contain seeds). Biosecurity officers may inspect. If not declared and caught: minimum A$420 fine and confiscation.
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