Australian Capital Territory - Apply for Timber License or Permit

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Procedure

Apply by mail

1. To Apply for Timber License or Permit, the applicant has to approach the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer. or it can be downloaded from the following link link
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned office mailing address.
7. The mailing address is mentioned in the “Office Locations & Contacts” section of this page.
8. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
9. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
10. Then the application will be processed further.
11. If required, the inspection will be made for a quality check.
12. If your application is approved and you meet the necessary requirements, you will be issued a timber license or permit. This will allow you to engage in timber-related activities within the specified jurisdiction and under the conditions set by the regulatory authority.
13. This entire process can be completed within 2 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

Apply by email

1. To Apply for Timber License or Permit, the applicant has to approach the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer. or it can be downloaded from the following link link
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned office email ID [email protected]
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. Then the application will be processed further.
10. If required, the inspection will be made for a quality check.
11. If your application is approved and you meet the necessary requirements, you will be issued a timber license or permit. This will allow you to engage in timber-related activities within the specified jurisdiction and under the conditions set by the regulatory authority.
12. This entire process can be completed within 2 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form link
• Proof of identity (driver's license or passport etc)
• Business License
• A copy of documentation relating to the overseas purchase (for example, a sales receipt, a confirmation of the order, a letter of intent to buy, or a tax invoice).
• Copies of all relevant state government-issued documentation that authorizes the harvest and sale of the wood (such as harvesting licenses, clearing licenses and sales permits).
• Trade license
• TIN certificate
• Fee receipt
• Product list
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Agvet Chemicals and Forestry Branch
Department of Agriculture, Water, and the Environment
GPO Box 858
CANBERRA CITY ACT 2601
Email - [email protected]


Australian Government
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Postal Address: GPO Box 858, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
Street address: CQ2, 70 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra 2601, Australia
Telephone: +61 2 6272 3933
Contact link – link

Eligibility

• Any Individuals or companies in Australia who intends to Apply for Timber License or Permit are eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The fee for this procedure has to be paid as per the authority's request.

Validity

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

• Application form link

Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 2 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Applicant details
• Name
• address
• Age
• Gender
• Contact number
• Business License number
• Product details
• Email ID
• Mailing address
• Fax
• Declaration
• Signature

Need for the Document

• In Australia, a Timber License or Permit refers to the legal authorization granted by regulatory authorities to individuals or organizations for the extraction, harvesting, milling, or transport of timber from designated areas.
• These licenses or permits are typically issued to ensure sustainable forest management, environmental protection, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Information which might help

• For more information – link

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

Link

Others

• The issuing authority ensures that timber-related activities are conducted in accordance with sustainable forest management principles, environmental conservation, and the protection of flora, fauna, and cultural heritage.