The following advice regarding the Bangladesh air cargo prohibition has been received from the Air Cargo Security Taskforce, Office of Transport Security.
The Australian Government has modified the restrictions (originally introduced in December 2015) placed on air cargo originating from or transiting through Bangladesh.
Under the new arrangements air cargo that has originated from, or transited through, Bangladesh will be prohibited; unless it has undergone an appropriate security examination at an approved last port of call before travelling to Australia or is otherwise exempt from examination under Australian regulations.
• The approved examination methods are: X-ray; explosive trace detection; or physical examination.
• The approved last ports of call are: Dubai; Abu Dhabi; Doha; Singapore; Kuala Lumpur; Bangkok; Hong Kong; or Guangzhou.
• The exempt items are: mail items under 500 grams; cargo under 250 grams and shorter than 5 mm; live animals; human remains; biological tissues; legitimately prepared dangerous goods; Commonwealth Government articles; and diplomatic bags.
The new arrangements will take effect from 11 May 2016.
Failure to comply with the instruments
Non-compliance with the instrument (or restrictions set out in the instruments) is an offence of strict liability under the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004.
Review of the prohibition
The Australian Government, through the Office of Transport Security, will continue to monitor aviation security developments, in cooperation with our international partners. OTS will provide advice to the Government on adjustments to our air cargo security measures as necessary.
Should you need further clarification on this prohibition, or to arrange alternative movement of goods from Bangladesh to Australia, please do not hesitate to contact your Magellan Representative on 1300 651 888.
