Free trade agreements (FTAs) are treaties between 2 or more countries. Australia has FTAs that are either bilateral, between Australia and one other country, or regional, involving Australia and a group of countries.
They facilitate stronger trade and commercial links between the countries involved. FTAs cut tariffs when exporting between markets. They may also reduce some non-tariff barriers to trade.
Australia has 18 agreements, with over 20 countries, and is seeking to negotiate and implement more. The agreements include:
Under Ministerial guidance, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) leads whole-of-government efforts in international trade and investment negotiations. This includes FTA negotiations.
Austrade is the Australian Government’s international trade, education, and investment promotion agency. We work closely with the DFAT across a number of areas to promote trade and investment.
FTAs aim to reduce or remove barriers to trade and investment. They can provide a competitive edge for Australian businesses, exporters, importers, producers, and investors to do business and seek opportunities.
Austrade helps Australian companies familiarise themselves with local market conditions. We can also assist in developing export opportunities. This may be through a range of in-market and Australian-based services.
Find out more about the purpose and benefits of free trade agreements.
Austrade offers support, guidance and information for international investors and buyers.
Visit our Austrade international site.
Find out what tariffs, taxes and trade remedies apply to export your goods using our Tariff finder tool.
For more comprehensive information, read about Australia’s free trade agreements on the DFAT website.
Austrade’s Go Global Toolkit helps you learn the export basics, find the right markets and understand market requirements.