Declaration Workflow
Shipper's Declaration
Complete your declaration for Christmas Island or Cocos (Keeling) freight. The workflow stays guided where compliance matters, but quick to finish when you already know the job.
Before you begin
Legal and customs essentials
Draft saves automatically on this device while you complete the form.
Before you begin
Legal and customs essentials
Parties
Sender and receiver details
Consignment
Route, service, and booking flow
Compliance
DG, value, and invoice handling
Review
Final confirmation and submit
Island declarations are treated as international freight.
Christmas Island and Cocos (Keeling) Islands are treated as international destinations by Australian Customs and the Department of Agriculture.
Shipper responsibility
This form must be completed by the shipper or supplier of the goods, not the receiver.
Valid for 30 days
A completed declaration covers the consignment for 30 days from the date it is lodged.
Faster next time
Recent sender, receiver, and shipment details can be reused for repeat declarations on this device.
Important reminders
- Unauthorised explosives or explosive devices must never be consigned.
- Consignments may be searched and are subject to security and clearing procedures.
- Freightshop relies on the information provided here to create compliant records and communications.
Hand-holding when you need it
The next steps guide you through addresses, service levels, dangerous goods, and invoice handling. Frequent shippers can move quickly, but the extra guidance stays close by when it matters.