sammyc wrote:Heading to NZ for a hunt in April. So much confusion about what permits I need. Defense export control is saying that a restricted goods permit will be fine for exit and re entry back into Australia.
And firearms regristy in NSW are saying that they don’t handle B709 forms.
Super hard to get any info.
Has anyone gone through the process recently?
Thanks
Sammy
Do a search for "border protection notice 2015/40"
B709 not required. Make sure you have a copy of that document because there a some CBP personnel who know nothing of it.
Export/Import is administered, largely, by Customs/Border Protection. Best port of call is with them. It'll probably take some time, but make sure you diarize all your calls and the name of person with whom you communicated.
You will also need to get approval from whichever airline you use, to permit the checked baggage of a firearm and any ammunition. Again, you will need to have a print copy in case of any "issues".
The roar - reds or Sika?