Apply for a licence to export narcotic, psychotropic and precursor substances
Apply for a licence to export narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances and precursor chemicals from Australia.
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Exporting controlled substances from Australia is regulated under the Narcotic Drugs Act 1967.
To export controlled substances from Australia, you must:
- Hold a valid export licence.
- Obtain an export permit for each shipment.
- Comply with all applicable Australian and overseas regulatory requirements.
This applies to:
- Narcotic substances
- Psychotropic substances
- Precursor chemicals
Access the form
To apply for a medicinal cannabis permit to manufacture:
- Download and complete the Application for a licence to import and/or export narcotic, psychotropic and precursor substances.
- Email the completed form and any supporting documents to ncs@health.gov.au.
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Contact us
Contact the Office of Drug Control for assistance with:
- Completing an application.
- Understanding export requirements.
- Licence and permit obligations.
- Supporting documentation requirements.
- Checking the status of an application.
Email: NCS@health.gov.au
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