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Importing from Dominican Republic to Australia

Tariff rates, FTA concessions, and duty calculator for Dominican Republic imports (2026).

Trade Overview

Dominican Republic is located in the Caribbean and is a smaller source of goods imported into Australia. Australian businesses commonly import petroleum products, beverages, and agricultural products from Dominican Republic.

Australia does not currently have a free trade agreement with Dominican Republic. Imports attract standard Most Favoured Nation (MFN) duty rates under World Trade Organization rules. These range from 0% (duty-free) for many raw materials and industrial inputs, to 5% for most manufactured goods. Certain categories — particularly textiles, clothing, footwear, and some processed foods — may attract rates of up to 10%.

All goods imported from Dominican Republic valued over AUD 1,000 require a formal customs declaration. Goods and Services Tax (GST) of 10% applies to the customs value plus any duty payable. Depending on the product category, importers may also need to obtain import permits, arrange biosecurity inspections, or demonstrate compliance with Australian product safety standards. Use the landed cost calculator to estimate the total cost for a specific HS code.

Free Trade Agreements

Australia does not currently have a bilateral or regional free trade agreement covering Dominican Republic. Standard MFN tariff rates apply to all imports. Check the full tariff schedule for product-specific rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the import duty from Dominican Republic to Australia?

Import duty from Dominican Republic to Australia depends on the product's HS code. Without a free trade agreement, goods from Dominican Republic attract Australia's standard Most Favoured Nation (MFN) duty rates, which range from 0% for many raw materials and industrial inputs to 5% for most manufactured goods. Some textiles, clothing, and footwear attract rates up to 10%. Use our landed cost calculator for an exact estimate.

Is there a free trade agreement between Australia and Dominican Republic?

Australia does not currently have a free trade agreement with Dominican Republic. Imports are subject to standard MFN tariff rates. Australia is a member of the WTO, which ensures Dominican Republic receives non-discriminatory access to the Australian market under MFN principles.

What other charges apply when importing from Dominican Republic?

Beyond customs duty, imports to Australia attract 10% Goods and Services Tax (GST) on the customs value plus duty. The Australian Border Force levies an Import Processing Charge (IPC) on formal entries. Depending on the goods, you may also face biosecurity fees, product-specific levies, or anti-dumping duties. Our landed cost calculator includes all standard charges.

Quick Stats

Regionthe Caribbean
Free Trade Agreements0
Standard Duty Rate0–5% MFN
GST10%

Total Landed Cost

Duty, GST, IPC, biosecurity, and FTA savings for Dominican Republic imports — one calculation.

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