DAFF - IIAN 88-2026 Publication of updated ‘Biosecurity obligations for aircraft arriving in Australian territory

9 June 2026

Who does this notice affect?

All airlines and aircraft operators arriving in Australian territory, their representatives and ground handling agents.

What has changed?

On the 28 May 2026, the department published an updated version of the Biosecurity obligations for aircraft arriving in Australian territory (Biosecurity Obligations). 

The Biosecurity Obligations document now includes guidance that supports aircraft operators understanding of:

• aircraft movements between parts of Australian territory
• Australian external territory not considered Australian territory (AETNCAT) 

Action Required 

Users are strongly encouraged to download the latest edition (May 2026) of the Biosecurity Obligations document to ensure they are referring to the correct version. 

Where to locate the new document?

The updated document has been digitally reproduced on the following DAFF webpages, and may be downloaded for reference:

• Prior to departing your last overseas port 
• En route to Australia 
• On arrival in Australia 
• Entering the domestic network after arriving in Australia

Further information

The following resources support understanding of the Biosecurity Obligations document for aircraft operators:

• Final Approach fact sheet series that are available on our Aircraft biosecurity news and resources.
• Aircraft movements between parts of Australian territory

For general enquiries or enquiries relating to arriving aircraft, please contact the department on 1800 900 090 or Conveyance.Aircraft@aff.gov.au