Greece and Australia benefit from a constructive and close relationship based on firm community ties. The strong community links between Greece and Australia are a major focus of Australian Government business in Greece. In 2008, two-way trade including services between Greece and Australia was worth about A$542 million. Australia's key exports to Greece vary considerably from year to year. In 2008 the majority of Australian exports to Greece included coal, medicaments, starches, wheat gluten and inulin. Australia's main imports from Greece continue to be vegetables, cheese, curd products, aluminium and rubber articles.
Labelling and marking Products imported in Greece from Australia must have EU certification and marking. Labels must be in Greek, which may be attached to products between the time they are cleared by customs and they are offered for sale. In the case if this presents a problem, Australian manufacturers should consult with their Greek importers. As for packaging it varies according to the product.
Documentary requirements When required, the pro-forma invoice must include the total value of the product, the unit price of the product, the agent's commission and any discounts. A minimum of six copies of commercial invoice are required. Invoices should contain: • a clear description of goods; • the gross and net weights; • the total value of commodity; • the unit price of commodity; • the EU Nimexe Code Number of the HS for each product with the corresponding price; • the agent's commission; • any discounts.
Products complying with the Food Code do not require a special permit to be imported and marketed in Greece, with the exception of seeds, meat and poultry products, nuts, and dairy products. |