By Eugene Maslov, Founder and Finance Broker at Lendr360
Published 09 September 2026 · Last reviewed 24 September 2026
The supplier invoice is only one part of the cost. Before you pay a deposit, allow for exchange-rate changes, freight, insurance, duty, import GST and local delivery. Some equipment may also need inspection, cleaning, approval or installation after it arrives.
Road vehicles generally need approval before they are imported, and machinery can be held for biosecurity checks. Please speak with us early. We can look at the full amount you may need to fund and whether the proposed timing is realistic.
Official guidance: Australian Border Force · Biosecurity requirements · Road-vehicle approvals