All your import and export support needs in 2026

Our international service offering spans documentation, consultation, training, visa services and business matching, with several important updates now available.

Whether you’re exporting, importing or exploring new global opportunities, the Victorian Chamber provides the tools, expertise and connections to help your business grow with confidence in Victoria and around the world.

Certificates of Origin improvements

As an authorised issuing body for Certificates of Origin (CoO) on behalf of the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), and recognised by DFAT and the Australian Border Force, the Victorian Chamber is committed to streamlining export processes.

From 19 January 2026, new enhancements make export documentation faster and more flexible:

• Extended cut-off time: Submit CoOs by 5:00pm Monday to Friday (previously 3:00pm) for same‑day processing.
• Faster turnaround: CoOs now processed in one hour (previously two hours).

These changes mean less waiting, more certainty and greater efficiency for your export operations.

ChamberCERTIFY

ChamberCERTIFY is a secure, online one‑stop portal for export documentation. Using it, you can lodge:

• Certificates of Origin
• Certificates of Free Sale
• Certificates of Health and Manufacture
• Carnets.

The ChamberCERTIFY advantage includes:

• Trusted authority: Recognised by DFAT and International Chambers of Commerce.
• Local support: Access to our Victorian-based certification team.
• Member value: Employer Members enjoy discounted document pricing.
• Time savings: Built‑in validation reduces errors; faster processing; 24/7 auto‑approval for eligible non‑preferential CoOs.
• Accuracy: Clear invoicing and reporting help reduce rejected documents.
• Security: Australian‑hosted system with ISO27001‑certified protection.

Start maximising certification speed, accuracy and convenience today with ChamberCERTIFY.

China Business Program

31 May – 6 June 2026

Our China Business Program (CBP) offers an immersive, small‑group experience in Jiangsu designed to help Victorian businesses build meaningful connections in one of the world’s most influential markets.

Why Jiangsu? It's:

• A A$2.71 trillion economy, the world’s 13th largest (2023).
• Home to 13 million businesses.
• One of China’s most dynamic and investment‑ready regions.

The program supports businesses to:

• De‑risk market entry with firsthand insights.
• Navigate cultural and language barriers with confidence.
• Build strong commercial partnerships with key industry leaders.
• Strengthen negotiations through deeper market understanding.
• Understand value chains to optimise strategic and operational planning.

Enquire today about how we can facilitate your CBP experience.

Grant Finder

Alongside Victorian Chamber services, a range of government initiatives can support your trade and growth objectives – many of which can be identified and assessed through the Chamber’s Grant Finder service.

• Small Business Export Loan: Supports small and medium exporters looking to enter or expand into global markets.
• Export Finance Australia: Provides loans, bonds and guarantees to support export activity and international projects.
• Duty Drawback Scheme: Offers refunds of customs duty on imported goods that are later exported or incorporated into export products.
• Certain Inputs to Manufacture (CIM): Provides duty concessions for manufacturers importing goods with demonstrated performance advantages over local alternatives.
• Tradex Scheme: Delivers upfront exemptions from Customs duty and GST for goods imported for re‑export, improving cash flow.
• Industry Growth Centres Initiative: Supports businesses in six priority sectors with guidance, collaboration opportunities and growth programs.

Find out more about Grant Finder.

ACCI National Trade Survey Insights Webinar

The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) is hosting an exclusive webinar on Wednesday, 18 February 2026 from 12:30pm-1:30pm to delve into the findings of the 2025 National Trade Survey.

As global trade continues to shape Australia’s prosperity, understanding the evolving landscape is more important than ever.

The 2025 survey reveals how organisations are proactively managing risk, diversifying markets, and adapting to change to stay ahead. ACCI will share key insights from the survey, highlight strategies that leading businesses are using, and discuss how collaboration can help maintain Australia's international competitiveness.

Hear from leading voices in Australian trade:

• Dr Paul Grimes PSM, CEO, Austrade
• Andrew McKellar, CEO, Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
• Cameron Mitchell, Head of Geopolitical Risk, ANZ
• Nick Anzman, Head of Trade and Supply Chain Product, ANZ
• Dr Prudence Gordon, Executive Director, Australian Centre for International Trade and Investment
• Andrew Kay, CEO, South Australian Business Chamber

Register today