Shipping to Brisbane and Queensland
Brisbane, the capital of Queensland, receives ships at the Port of Brisbane at the mouth of the Brisbane River. It is the gateway for south-east Queensland, including the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba.
Practical tips. Queensland's subtropical climate is hot and humid, with storms in summer, so pack electronics, books and textiles in sealed plastic. Biosecurity inspection applies to every shipment, as in the rest of Australia, and declarations are made on form B534. For northern Queensland, such as Townsville or Cairns, collect in Brisbane and arrange domestic transport, which can take several days.
Brisbane is growing quickly, and new suburbs often have good truck access for deliveries. Check the BMSB fumigation season in the conditions above when planning.
The city will host the 2032 Olympic Games.
Shipping rates from Canada to Brisbane
| Destination | From Toronto | From Montreal | From Vancouver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane | USD 5 / cu ft 63 days · min. USD 441.60 | USD 5 / cu ft 63 days · min. USD 441.60 | USD 4 / cu ft 53 days · min. USD 406.28 |
Examples from Vancouver: 0.5 CBM / 100 kg USD 406.28; 2 CBM / 400 kg USD 547.56. The carrier charges by volume or by weight (1,000 kg per CBM), whichever is greater. From the Prairies, the quote adds Fastfrate trucking to Montreal or Vancouver.
Personal effects: Personal effects and household goods are accepted subject to carrier approval: we send your packing list and passport copy to the carrier before you pay. Carrier conditions for Australia: Subject to ISPM 15 Packing Regulations; Prepaid Fumigation Surcharge; Applies During BMSB Season Sep. 1 to April 30; USD50.00 W/M Minimum USD250.00. Fumigation Certificate USD150.00.
Documents: a signed packing list and a passport copy for personal effects, a commercial invoice and packing list for commercial cargo. Customs value up to CAD 2,000; cargo palletized or crated on ISPM 15 wood.
Nearest other destinations in Australia: Sydney (733 km), Melbourne (1,374 km), Adelaide (1,601 km), Fremantle (3,615 km). All destinations and rates: shipping to Australia.
Rates valid October 1–31, 2026; totals include A1 fees of USD 265.00. Destination charges are confirmed by the carrier, duties and taxes are paid by the consignee, and transit days are the carrier's estimate.