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A Customs Broker helps businesses and organisations to meet the requirements of customs officials. You might provide information or advice on entry requirements and help to complete relevant paperwork. Customs Brokers may liaise with authorities on behalf of importers and exporters to ensure regulations are complied with.
Customs Brokers should have strong attention to detail and a thorough knowledge of current customs legislation. It’s important you can communicate well with people from a range of backgrounds and work with correct procedures. Customs Brokers may have to work irregular hours including nights and weekends.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Customs Broker.
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Become a qualified customs broker with the TLI50822 Diploma of Customs Broking. This nationally recognised qualification is also suitable for logistics mangers and anyone in charge of an international supply chain. The course covers: border clearance and customs procedures, tariff classification of goods, biosecurity controls, customs values, indirect taxes, anti-dumping and countervailing measures, import/export restrictions, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, customs broking career outcomes, and training providers near you that deliver this qualification..
Average duration: 24 months.
In Australia, a full time Customs Broker generally earns $1,730 per week ($89,960 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
There has been a decrease in employment numbers in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 2,300 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Customs Broker. Customs Brokers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Diploma of Customs Broking is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Customs Broker. This course covers a range of topics including determining tariff classifications and customs values, carrying out customs clearances, complying with biosecurity protocols, applying anti-dumping and countervailing measures and managing international freight transfers.
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$1,550 weekly pay
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