Preparing for Brexit
We are closely monitoring the United Kingdom’s departure from the European Union. Read updates and guides to help Australian businesses prepare.
We are closely monitoring the United Kingdom’s departure from the European Union (EU) to help Australian businesses prepare.
The UK is scheduled to exit on 29 March 2019. In a ‘no deal’ scenario the UK would leave without a Withdrawal Agreement.
The Australian Government is working to:
- assess the implications for Australia
- ensure risks are addressed
- identify opportunities to enhance our relationships with the UK and EU
Australian Government Brexit guides
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Brexit guide outlines:
- what Brexit means for Australian businesses
- what the Australian Government is doing to protect our interests
Austrade’s Brexit guide helps businesses prepare and covers:
- business risks and intellectual property protection
- tariffs and regulations
- taxation and import duties
- UK market profiles
Australian businesses and individuals should consider how a ‘no deal’ scenario could affect them, and take steps to mitigate this risk. To prepare for all scenarios, consider if it is appropriate to:
- seek legal advice
- engage a migration agent, customs broker, freight forwarder or logistics provider to support preparations
UK and EU Brexit guides
- The UK Brexit guide helps businesses in the UK prepare for all scenarios
- The UK Government provides guidance on international agreements if the UK leaves without a deal
- The UK Government partnership pack helps importers and exporters prepare for changes at the UK border after a no deal exit
- The UK Government publishes technical notices and updates on the no deal scenario
- The European Commission publishes preparedness notices for different industries
Read more
- Australia and the UK recently signed a Mutual Recognition Agreement to promote trade and market access
- Read more about the UK's negotiations with the EU