Learn about export laws and regulations and look up the ones that apply to your product in specific export markets.

The Department administers a number of schemes for local manufacturers. The schemes include allowing the importation of goods at free or concessional rates and the deferment of duty payment.

Use these pages to find out the types of exports and when goods have to be declared. Discover the rules around moving, altering or interfering with export goods.

The Australian Government prohibits the import and export of certain goods to and from Australia.

Under certain circumstances, you may be entitled to a refund of some, or all, of the customs and/or indirect duty that you have paid on imported goods.

It's your responsibility to maintain your Australian business number (ABN) details. You must update your details within 28 days of becoming aware of changes.

The ACL is a national, generic law which applies in the same way to all sectors and in all Australian jurisdictions. This means that all consumers in Australia enjoy the same rights and all businesses have the same obligations, irrespective of which state or territory they engaged in transactions.

A franchise agreement is a legal contract that both the franchisor and franchisee must follow. Franchisors must not give franchisees information that is misleading or deceptive and must follow the Franchising Code of Conduct.

When your business name's ABN changes you will need to complete a business name transfer.

Transferring a business name is a two-step process involving the current and new business owners. If you're the current business owner, you will need to transfer the business name if the new owner wishes to use it. Once the request to transfer is submitted, the ATO will cancel your registration within 28 days. 

It's important to keep your business name details up to date with us. Updates must be made within 28 days of any changes to your information. Here you can find information about checking your business name details, as well as what business information you need to update.

The National Tax Clinic program is a government-funded initiative to help people who may not be able to afford professional advice and representation with their tax affairs. This program is available to eligible individuals, small businesses, not-for-profit organisations and charities.

The small business capital gains tax (CGT) concessions allow you to reduce, disregard or defer some or all of a capital gain from an active asset used in a small business. The concessions are available when you dispose of an active asset and meet eligibility requirements.

The ATO offers a range of tools and services to make it easier for you to get your tax and superannuation right. The ATO wants to help you manage and grow your business and get back on track if you need to. 

It’s a legal requirement to tell the Registrar of the Australian Business Register (ABR) within 28 days of changes to your registered business details.

The Visa Entitlement Verification Online system (VEVO) allows visa holders, employers, education providers and other organisations to check visa conditions.

The TPB Register contains registration details of registered, suspended and deregistered tax and BAS agents.