How to Import Kurtis from India to Australia Wholesale (0% Duty under ECTA)

Quick answer

Under the India–Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA), in force since 29 December 2022, Indian-origin garments like kurtis and suits can be imported at 0% duty (standard rate 5%) with a valid certificate of origin. 10% GST applies at import for consignments over A$1,000. You need an ABN.

Duty and tax at a glance

| Item | Rule | |---|---| | Standard duty | 5% | | Duty under ECTA (Indian origin, with certificate) | 0% | | GST | 10% (consignments over A$1,000) | | Consignments of A$1,000 or less | No border duty or GST | | Typical express transit from India | About 4–6 days |

Documents you need

• Commercial invoice from the supplier
• IEC on the Indian side – we have this
• Your ABN
• ECTA certificate of origin from an authorised Indian body, to claim 0% duty
• A full import declaration for consignments over A$1,000

Labelling

Australia has a mandatory care labelling standard for clothing. We can stitch care labels and your brand labels.

Tips for boutiques

• Diwali, Navratri and the summer wedding season are the busiest times – order 6–8 weeks ahead
• Ask us for the certificate of origin with every shipment so you get the 0% rate
• Start with samples of 3–5 designs before ordering in bulk

Working with Bahe Kurtiz

| | | |---|---| | Minimum order (MOQ) | 15 to 20 pieces per design, sizes can be mixed | | Sample | 7 to 8 days, with photos and video for approval | | Bulk production | About 15 days for 100 pieces after sample approval | | Payment | 50% advance, balance before dispatch | | Private label | Your neck labels, care labels, hang tags and packaging | | Made in | Our own unit in Jaipur, India |

Ready to start? WhatsApp us with your styles and quantities, or fill the wholesale enquiry form. See also: private label manufacturing · hand block print kurti manufacturer.

This guide is general information for buyers, not legal or customs advice. Duty rates depend on the exact HS code and fabric, and rules change, so always confirm with your customs broker or courier before importing. Information checked November 2026.