Editing Queensland - Apply to Become an Approved Certifying Body

==Procedure==
'''Apply by post:'''
#To Apply to Become an Approved Certifying Body, the applicant has to approach the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry [https://www.agriculture.gov.au/about/contact/our-offices  link]
#An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer. or it can be downloaded from the following  [https://www.agriculture.gov.au/sites/default/files/sitecollectiondocuments/export/app-approved-certifying-org.pdf    link]
#The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
#Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
#The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
#Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned office's postal address.
#The postal address is mentioned in the “Office Locations & Contacts” section of this page.
#The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
#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.
#Then the application will be processed further.
#The officer conducts an onsite audit of the operations to ensure that the applicant meet the required standards.
#This may include evaluating the technical competency, quality assurance systems, and adherence to relevant legislation and standards.
#Once the process gets completed, the applicant will get the export license through the post.
#This entire process can be completed within 2 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.
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'''Apply by email '''
#To Apply to Become an Approved Certifying Body, the applicant has to approach the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry [https://www.agriculture.gov.au/about/contact/our-offices  link]
#An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer. or it can be downloaded from the following [https://www.agriculture.gov.au/sites/default/files/sitecollectiondocuments/export/app-approved-certifying-org.pdf    link]
#The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
#Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
#The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
#The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
#Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned office email ID organicexports@agriculture.gov.au
#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.
#Then the application will be processed further.
#The officer conducts an onsite audit of the operations to ensure that the applicant meet the required standards.
#This may include evaluating the technical competency, quality assurance systems, and adherence to relevant legislation and standards.
#Once the process gets completed, the applicant will get the export license through the post.
#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 [https://www.agriculture.gov.au/sites/default/files/sitecollectiondocuments/export/app-approved-certifying-org.pdf    link]
*Proof of identity (driver's license or passport etc)
*Business License
*Insurance documents
* Audit reports
*Financial documentation
*Any other documents (If required)
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==Office Locations & Contacts==
'''Director, Imported Food'''<br>
'''Department of Agriculture, Water, and the Environment'''<br>
GPO Box 858<br>
Canberra ACT 2601<br>
Email organicexports@agriculture.gov.au<br>
Phone 1800 900 090 (within Australia)<br>
+61 3 8318 6700 (outside Australia)<br>
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'''Australian Government '''<br>
'''Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry'''<br>
Postal Address: GPO Box 858, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia<br>
Street address: CQ2, 70 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra 2601, Australia<br>
Telephone: +61 2 6272 3933<br>
Contact [https://www.agriculture.gov.au/about/contact/our-offices  link]<br>
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==Eligibility==
*Any individual or companies in Australia who intends to Apply to Become an Approved Certifying Body is eligible to make this application.
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==Fees==
*The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
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==Validity==
 Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
 e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever
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==Documents to Use==
*Application form [https://www.agriculture.gov.au/sites/default/files/sitecollectiondocuments/export/app-approved-certifying-org.pdf   link]
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==Sample Documents==
 Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people.
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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.
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==Required Information==
*Applicant details
*Name
*address
*Age
*Gender
*Contact number
*Business License number
*Product details
*Email ID
*Mailing address
*Fax
*Declaration
*Signature
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==Need for the Document==
*Becoming an Approved Certifying Body in Australia means that his/her organization has been accredited by the National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia (NATA) or the Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand (JAS-ANZ) to provide certification services for a specific industry or area of expertise.
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==Information which might help==
*For more information [https://www.agriculture.gov.au/biosecurity-trade/export/controlled-goods/organic-bio-dynamic/approved-certifying-organisations/apply   link]
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==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.

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==External Links==
*[https://www.agriculture.gov.au/biosecurity-trade/export/controlled-goods/organic-bio-dynamic/approved-certifying-bodies#how-do-i-become-an-approved-certifying-body    Link]<br>
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==Others==
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