Whether you’re a seasoned exporter or just beginning to expand overseas, talking to Austrade is one of the best moves you can make, no matter how big or small your company is.

Doing business in another country can be a challenge and Austrade’s experienced advisers provide Australian companies with the knowledge, advice and practical support to help them succeed in an increasingly global economy.

Through our range of customised services, including help identifying international partners, providing tailored industry intelligence and support in visiting potential buyers, we can help you crack overseas markets and get to grips with foreign regulations and business practices.

For our clients who are ready to export, or who are already exporting and wanting to expand into new overseas markets, we work closely to help them achieve their international goals.

And our investment specialists can help international companies interested in Australia as a site for direct investment, including regional headquarters.

Austrade’s New Exporter Development Program (NEDP) is designed to coach you through the exporting process, while the Export Market Development Grant (EMDG) can give your business vital financial support.

General information is provided free of charge to our clients and is available either through this website or by speaking with an export adviser on 13 28 78.

Specific tailored advice is provided to thousands of Australian companies each year based on a quote in advance. Our fees are based on an hourly rate of $190 per hour, and our service levels are guaranteed. 

Austrade’s services to Australian companies include:

• Advice on how to prepare for export – including country and industry information, help identifying international partners and access to Austrade seminars and events.
  
  
• Advice and information on the New Exporter Development Program (NEDP) and eligibility criteria.
  
  
• Export capability assessment and export advice tailored to your individual business needs – including advice on export planning, logistics, budgets, payment and marketing strategies.
  
  
• Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) and information on export financing, including referrals to other government financial assistance programs.
  
  
• Selecting markets and market entry strategy – including help identifying the right international partners, tailored research on potential international markets and free trade agreements, understanding the needs of international buyers and advice on developing a market entry strategy for your product or service.
  
  
• Buyer/partner identification and selection – including introductions to potential customers visiting Australia and searching overseas markets for relevant buyers/partners.
  
  
• Assistance in overseas markets, including advice on local practices and culture, market challenges, help with translation and interpreting and logistical support.
  
  
• Proactive help in identifying new export opportunities, including introductions to potential buyers through Austrade’s online database and extensive overseas networks.

Austrade's services to international companies include:

• Helping international companies source goods and services from Australia
• Providing information on Australia's investment environment.
• Identifying potential investment projects and strategic alliance partners
• Supporting pre-feasibility studies and assiting with the investment approval process.

Contact us

For business enquiries you can contact us on 13 28 78 between 9.00am-5.30pm Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) or via our website.