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COVID-19 and international ship arrivals/departures in Australia

COVID-19 guidance for the maritime industry.

There are no Australian ports closed to commercial ships.

The Australian Border Force (ABF) and Biosecurity officers from the Department of Agriculture remain responsible for border clearance processes in Australian ports.    

AMSA continues to conduct port State control inspections of foreign-flagged ships. 

For any specific queries about arrivals or departures, ship operators and masters are encouraged to contact local port authorities via their ship agent. 

Last updated: 11 January 2024