The Australian Trusted Trader Program is a government partnership that streamlines legitimate trade for Australian businesses with secure supply chains and strong trade compliance.
Accreditation signifies that the Australian Border Force has assessed an Australian business against World Customs Organization standards.
Once accredited, Trusted Traders gain access to benefits such as simplified customs processes, improved certainty in export markets, and faster cargo movement in and out of Australia.
There is no application fee, however businesses must meet eligibility criteria and achieve the required international supply chain security and trade compliance standards.
Australian Trusted Trader (ATT) accreditation is a mark of distinction, signalling that the Australian Border Force (ABF) has independently assessed your business against the ATT Rule, aligned with the World Customs Organization SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade.
Trusted Traders exemplify secure supply chains and strong trade compliance, earning access to benefits that streamline customs processes, reduce costs, and improve access to global markets. As low-risk operators, ATT businesses receive priority treatment at the border, including faster cargo clearance, fewer interventions, and expedited processing of customs services such as advance rulings, refunds, and duty drawbacks.
ATT status is also recognised internationally through 11 current Mutual Recognition Arrangements, delivering trade facilitation benefits to Australian exporters through faster border processing in the economies of Australia’s key trading partners.
Trusted Traders also gain a seat at the table, partnering with Government to shape trade initiatives, and can use the ATT logo to signal credibility and security to global partners.
The ABF has been a proud supporter of the Australian Export Awards over 10 years and is pleased to have seen several Trusted Traders recognised for their business achievements through awards over the years.
For more information visit Australian Trusted Trader (abf.gov.au).