Defence Export Control Office
Australia-US Defence Trade Cooperation Treaty WebsiteThe Australia-US Defence Trade Cooperation Treaty (the Treaty) has a new website (http://www.defence.gov.au/ustradetreaty). The site contains updates on the implementation of the Treaty, information on how to join the Australian Community, operational requirements and other related material. |
Welcome to our new locationThe DECO website has moved to www.defence.gov.au/deco. Please adjust any bookmarks to reflect the new URL. |
Firearms Exports to VanuatuAt the request of the Government of Vanuatu, DECO will now only process applications for firearms exports from Australia to Vanuatu to Port Vila Hardware (as the consignee). Should exporters have any questions regarding this change please contact DECO on 1800 66 10 66 or email deco@defence.gov.au. |
DECO Export Control Awareness TrainingThe Defence Export Control Office (DECO) is providing free Export Control Awareness Training (ECAT) in most capital cities to explain a broad range of export control considerations, including:
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| Exporters are encouraged to visit the Department of Foreign Affairs website for full information about the countries against which UN Security Council Sanctions and Australian Autonomous Sanctions exist. |
The Department of Defence is responsible for administering controls on the export of defence and dual-use goods, and the granting of authorisations to export, in the form of permits and licenses. Within Defence, this role is done by the Defence Export Control Office (DECO).
DECO’s mission is to ensure Australia exports responsibly by:
- providing advice on the control status of goods;
- issuing permits and licences for the export of controlled defence and dual use goods;
- authorising end-user and non-transfer certificates for the import of controlled defence and dual-use goods;
- providing assistance with re-transfer approvals for foreign-sourced defence items;
- delivering outreach programs to assist exporters in meeting their obligations under the relevant regulations and legislation; and
- contributing to Australia’s international efforts to prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction through participation in multilateral non-proliferation and export control regimes.
The export of goods and technologies designed or adapted for use by armed forces, or that can be used in the production of defence related goods and services are subject to control under the Customs (Prohibited Export) Regulations, Regulation 13E. All items subject to control are listed in the Defence and Strategic Goods List (DSGL).
Defence is also responsible for administering the Weapons of Mass Destruction (Prevention of Proliferation) Act 1995 which covers the export of goods, technologies and services not listed elsewhere under the Customs regulations.
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