Frequently asked questions

How can Austrade help my business get into exporting?

Austrade’s mission is to contribute to community wealth by helping more Australians succeed in export and international business by providing advice, market intelligence and support to Australian companies to reduce the time, cost and risk involved in selecting, entering and developing international markets. In addition Austrade provides advice and guidance on overseas investment and joint venture opportunities. 

Austrade offers a package of tailored services which include the allocation of an Export Advisor to assist you on a one-to-one basis under the banner of the 'New Exporter Development Program'. Should your business not be eligible for the New Exporter Development Program, specific tailored market research may incur a cost of $190 an hour based on your approval. This expense is claimable under the Export Market Development Grant.

Austrade holds seminars that provide international marketing information for the Australian business community. Information such as business culture, etiquette, environment, growing industries, market entry strategies, market development strategies, general regulations, export processes, success stories, trends and business opportunities. 

The seminars generally runs for half a day with refreshment provided. Please click on the following link to view any Upcoming Seminars in your nearest city. The seminar presentation in Power Point is posted on the Austrade website once the seminar series are finished. To see past seminar presentation, please click on Event Presentations.

To keep up to date with upcoming events, latest news and information about Austrade, please subscribe to Austrade’s monthly email publication Export Update.

These are just some of the services Austrade can offer. Please contact us on 13 28 78 to learn more about what Austrade can do for you.